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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 #2,461
Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #2461 for Jesse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jesse or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Jesse at #2461 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 girl name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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