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Hiram vs Lois

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

Lois

Girl #1,692 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"superior, more desirable"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,692
Total SSA Count
120
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Lois Rank #1,692

Lois is more popular, ranked #1692 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Lois more popular?

Lois is more popular, ranked #1692 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Lois mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Lois means "superior, more desirable" (Greek origin).

Are Hiram and Lois boy or girl names?

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

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