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Hiram vs Ralph

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

Ralph

Boy #1,153 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,153
Total SSA Count
182
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Ralph Rank #1,153

Ralph is more popular, ranked #1153 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Ralph more popular?

Ralph is more popular, ranked #1153 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Ralph mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Ralph means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse origin).

Are Hiram and Ralph boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Ralph is primarily a boy name.

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