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Jake vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jake

Boy #423 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"may God protect"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#423
Total SSA Count
743
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Jake Rank #423
Hiram Rank #1,768

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jake or Hiram more popular?

Jake is more popular, ranked #423 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Jake and Hiram mean?

Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jake and Hiram boy or girl names?

Jake is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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