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Jess 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

Jess Rank #4,646
Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #4646 for Jess.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jess or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Jess at #4646 in the United States.

What do Jess and Hiram mean?

Jess means "God exists, God is" (Hebrew origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jess and Hiram boy or girl names?

Jess is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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