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Hiram vs Preston

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
Preston Rank #330

Preston is more popular, ranked #330 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Preston more popular?

Preston is more popular, ranked #330 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Preston mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Preston means "priest's town, priestly settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Hiram and Preston boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Preston is primarily a boy name.

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