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Hiram vs Zella

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
Zella Rank #1,848

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Zella more popular?

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

What do Hiram and Zella mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Zella means "shade, shadow" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hiram and Zella boy or girl names?

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

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