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Hiram vs Laura

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

Laura

Girl #358 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"laurel tree"

Origin: Latin (laurus)

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#358
Total SSA Count
868
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Laura Rank #358

Laura is more popular, ranked #358 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Laura more popular?

Laura is more popular, ranked #358 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Laura mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Laura means "laurel tree" (Latin (laurus) origin).

Are Hiram and Laura boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Laura is primarily a girl name.

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