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Hiram vs Patience

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
Patience Rank #1,327

Patience is more popular, ranked #1327 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Patience more popular?

Patience is more popular, ranked #1327 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Patience mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Patience means "endurance, patient suffering" (Latin origin).

Are Hiram and Patience boy or girl names?

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

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