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Hiram vs Ruth

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

Ruth

Girl #172 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"vision of beauty"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Hebrew American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#172
Total SSA Count
1,767
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Ruth Rank #172

Ruth is more popular, ranked #172 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Ruth more popular?

Ruth is more popular, ranked #172 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Ruth mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Ruth means "vision of beauty" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hiram and Ruth boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Ruth is primarily a girl name.

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