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Hiram vs Lewis

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

Lewis

Boy #435 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous warrior"

Origin: Germanic via French

Cultural Roots

English Welsh French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#435
Total SSA Count
728
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Lewis Rank #435

Lewis is more popular, ranked #435 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Lewis more popular?

Lewis is more popular, ranked #435 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Lewis mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Lewis means "famous warrior" (Germanic via French origin).

Are Hiram and Lewis boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Lewis is primarily a boy name.

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