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Hiram vs Simon

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

Simon

Boy #251 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"he has heard, God has heard"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English French German Scandinavian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#251
Total SSA Count
1,402
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Simon Rank #251

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Simon more popular?

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Simon mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hiram and Simon boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Simon is primarily a boy name.

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