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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

Girl #6,600 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,600
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Leo Rank #6,600

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #6600 for Leo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Leo more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Leo at #6600 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Leo mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Leo means "lion" (Latin origin).

Are Hiram and Leo boy or girl names?

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

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