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Hiram vs Sidney

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
Sidney Rank #1,726

Sidney is more popular, ranked #1726 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Sidney more popular?

Sidney is more popular, ranked #1726 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Sidney mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Sidney means "wide island" (Old English origin).

Are Hiram and Sidney boy or girl names?

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

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