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Hiram vs Wallace

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
Wallace Rank #981

Wallace is more popular, ranked #981 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Wallace more popular?

Wallace is more popular, ranked #981 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Wallace mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Wallace means "foreigner, Welshman (Celtic speaker)" (Old French/Norman origin).

Are Hiram and Wallace boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Wallace is primarily a boy name.

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