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Jim vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jim

Boy #4,434 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"supplanter, one who grabs the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,434
Total SSA Count
23
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

Jim Rank #4,434
Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #4434 for Jim.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jim or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Jim at #4434 in the United States.

What do Jim and Hiram mean?

Jim means "supplanter, one who grabs the heel" (Hebrew origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jim and Hiram boy or girl names?

Jim is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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