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Hiram vs Reese

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

Reese

Boy #621 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"ardor, enthusiasm, fierceness"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#621
Total SSA Count
455
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Reese Rank #621

Reese is more popular, ranked #621 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Reese more popular?

Reese is more popular, ranked #621 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Reese mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Reese means "ardor, enthusiasm, fierceness" (Welsh origin).

Are Hiram and Reese boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Reese is primarily a boy name.

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