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Hiram vs Maxwell

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
Maxwell Rank #182

Maxwell is more popular, ranked #182 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Maxwell more popular?

Maxwell is more popular, ranked #182 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Maxwell mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Maxwell means "Mack's spring, great stream" (Scottish origin).

Are Hiram and Maxwell boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Maxwell is primarily a boy name.

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