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Hiram vs Nile

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

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Nile Rank #1,936

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #1936 for Nile.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Nile more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Nile at #1936 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Nile mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Nile means "champion, cloud" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Hiram and Nile boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Nile is primarily a boy name.

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