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Hiram vs Lowell

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

Lowell

Boy #3,754 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"young wolf"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,754
Total SSA Count
30
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Lowell Rank #3,754

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #3754 for Lowell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Lowell more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Lowell at #3754 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Lowell mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Lowell means "young wolf" (Old French origin).

Are Hiram and Lowell boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Lowell is primarily a boy name.

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