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Hiram vs Leo

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

Leo

Boy #24 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion-hearted, brave"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian German French American Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#24
Total SSA Count
7,793
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Leo Rank #24

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Leo more popular?

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Leo mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Leo means "lion-hearted, brave" (Latin origin).

Are Hiram and Leo boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Leo is primarily a boy name.

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