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Hiram vs Troy

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

Troy

Boy #531 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the city of Troy"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Irish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#531
Total SSA Count
560
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Troy Rank #531

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Troy more popular?

Troy is more popular, ranked #531 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Troy mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Troy means "from the city of Troy" (Greek origin).

Are Hiram and Troy boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Troy is primarily a boy name.

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