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Hiram vs Lilian

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

Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Lilian Rank #558

Lilian is more popular, ranked #558 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Lilian more popular?

Lilian is more popular, ranked #558 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Lilian mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Lilian means "lily flower" (Latin lilium origin).

Are Hiram and Lilian boy or girl names?

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

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