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Hiram vs Pearson

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
Pearson Rank #2,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #2768 for Pearson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Pearson more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Pearson at #2768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Pearson mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Pearson means "son of Piers (Peter)" (English patronymic origin).

Are Hiram and Pearson boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Pearson is primarily a boy name.

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