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Hiram vs Ted

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

Ted

Boy #2,917 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,917
Total SSA Count
43
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Ted Rank #2,917

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #2917 for Ted.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Ted more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Ted at #2917 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Ted mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Ted means "gift of God" (Greek origin).

Are Hiram and Ted boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Ted is primarily a boy name.

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