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Hiram vs Timothy

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
Timothy Rank #208

Timothy is more popular, ranked #208 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Timothy more popular?

Timothy is more popular, ranked #208 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Timothy mean?

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

Are Hiram and Timothy boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Timothy is primarily a boy name.

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