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Hiram vs Wilmer

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

Wilmer

Boy #1,848 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute fame, desired renown"

Origin: Old German

Cultural Roots

Swedish Norwegian German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,848
Total SSA Count
88
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Wilmer Rank #1,848

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #1848 for Wilmer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Wilmer more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Wilmer at #1848 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Wilmer mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Wilmer means "resolute fame, desired renown" (Old German origin).

Are Hiram and Wilmer boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Wilmer is primarily a boy name.

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