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Hiram vs Lorelei

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

Lorelei

Girl #456 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"murmuring rock, ambush rock"

Origin: Celtic/Germanic

Cultural Roots

German American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#456
Total SSA Count
684
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Lorelei Rank #456

Lorelei is more popular, ranked #456 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Lorelei more popular?

Lorelei is more popular, ranked #456 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Lorelei mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Lorelei means "murmuring rock, ambush rock" (Celtic/Germanic origin).

Are Hiram and Lorelei boy or girl names?

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

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