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Hiram vs Louie

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

Louie

Boy #575 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous warrior"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

French English American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#575
Total SSA Count
497
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Louie Rank #575

Louie is more popular, ranked #575 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Louie more popular?

Louie is more popular, ranked #575 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Louie mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Louie means "famous warrior" (Germanic origin).

Are Hiram and Louie boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Louie is primarily a boy name.

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