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Hiram vs Samuel

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
Samuel Rank #17

Samuel is more popular, ranked #17 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Samuel more popular?

Samuel is more popular, ranked #17 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Samuel mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Samuel means "name of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hiram and Samuel boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Samuel is primarily a boy name.

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