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Hiram vs Steve

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

Steve

Boy #1,693 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,693
Total SSA Count
99
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Steve Rank #1,693

Steve is more popular, ranked #1693 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Steve more popular?

Steve is more popular, ranked #1693 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Steve mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Steve means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin).

Are Hiram and Steve boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Steve is primarily a boy name.

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