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Hiram vs Sullivan

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
Sullivan Rank #340

Sullivan is more popular, ranked #340 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Sullivan more popular?

Sullivan is more popular, ranked #340 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Sullivan mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Sullivan means "descendant of the dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Hiram and Sullivan boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Sullivan is primarily a boy name.

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