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Hunter vs Hiram

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

Hunter Rank #128
Hiram Rank #1,768

Hunter is more popular, ranked #128 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hunter or Hiram more popular?

Hunter is more popular, ranked #128 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hunter and Hiram mean?

Hunter means "one who hunts" (Old English origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hunter and Hiram boy or girl names?

Hunter is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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