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Jefferson 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

Jefferson Rank #711
Hiram Rank #1,768

Jefferson is more popular, ranked #711 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jefferson or Hiram more popular?

Jefferson is more popular, ranked #711 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Jefferson and Hiram mean?

Jefferson means "son of Jeffrey, son of God's peace" (Old English via Germanic origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jefferson and Hiram boy or girl names?

Jefferson is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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