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Hiram vs Viola

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

Viola

Girl #1,189 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"violet flower"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Italian English Scandinavian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,189
Total SSA Count
199
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Viola Rank #1,189

Viola is more popular, ranked #1189 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Viola more popular?

Viola is more popular, ranked #1189 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Viola mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Viola means "violet flower" (Latin origin).

Are Hiram and Viola boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Viola is primarily a girl name.

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