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Hiram vs Luther

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

Luther

Boy #1,499 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous army, warrior people"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

German English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,499
Total SSA Count
119
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Luther Rank #1,499

Luther is more popular, ranked #1499 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Luther more popular?

Luther is more popular, ranked #1499 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Luther mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Luther means "famous army, warrior people" (Old High German origin).

Are Hiram and Luther boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Luther is primarily a boy name.

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