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Hiram vs Tim

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

Tim

Boy #2,523 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"honoring God"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,523
Total SSA Count
54
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Tim Rank #2,523

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #2523 for Tim.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Tim more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Tim at #2523 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Tim mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Tim means "honoring God" (Greek origin).

Are Hiram and Tim boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Tim is primarily a boy name.

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