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Hiram vs Matthews

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
Matthews Rank #4,628

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #4628 for Matthews.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Matthews more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Matthews at #4628 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Matthews mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Matthews means "gift of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hiram and Matthews boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Matthews is primarily a boy name.

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