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Jesse 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

Jesse Rank #187
Hiram Rank #1,768

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jesse or Hiram more popular?

Jesse is more popular, ranked #187 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Jesse and Hiram mean?

Jesse means "wealthy" (Hebrew origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jesse and Hiram boy or girl names?

Jesse is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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