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Hiram vs Pete

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

Pete

Boy #3,090 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rock, stone"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,090
Total SSA Count
40
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Pete Rank #3,090

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #3090 for Pete.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Pete more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Pete at #3090 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Pete mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Pete means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Hiram and Pete boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Pete is primarily a boy name.

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