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Hiram vs Ruthie

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

Ruthie

Girl #885 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"compassionate friend, companion"

Origin: Hebrew re'ut

Cultural Roots

Jewish English American Biblical

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#885
Total SSA Count
305
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Ruthie Rank #885

Ruthie is more popular, ranked #885 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Ruthie more popular?

Ruthie is more popular, ranked #885 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Ruthie mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Ruthie means "compassionate friend, companion" (Hebrew re'ut origin).

Are Hiram and Ruthie boy or girl names?

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

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