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Hiram vs Matilda

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

Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Matilda Rank #410

Matilda is more popular, ranked #410 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Matilda more popular?

Matilda is more popular, ranked #410 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Matilda mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Matilda means "mighty in battle" (Germanic origin).

Are Hiram and Matilda boy or girl names?

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

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