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Hiram vs Toby

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

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Toby Rank #1,106

Toby is more popular, ranked #1106 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Toby more popular?

Toby is more popular, ranked #1106 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Toby mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Toby means "God is good" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hiram and Toby boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Toby is primarily a boy name.

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