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Hiram vs Kent

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hiram

Boy #1,768 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"exalted brother"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American Freemasonry tradition

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,768
Total SSA Count
93
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Kent

Boy #1,636 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"coastal land, border land"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,636
Total SSA Count
104
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Kent Rank #1,636

Kent is more popular, ranked #1636 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Kent more popular?

Kent is more popular, ranked #1636 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Kent mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Kent means "coastal land, border land" (Celtic origin).

Are Hiram and Kent boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Kent is primarily a boy name.

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