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Hiram vs Lillian

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
Lillian Rank #54

Lillian is more popular, ranked #54 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Lillian more popular?

Lillian is more popular, ranked #54 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Lillian mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Lillian means "lily flower, pure" (Latin origin).

Are Hiram and Lillian boy or girl names?

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

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