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Joan vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Joan

Girl #1,238 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English French Spanish Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,238
Total SSA Count
188
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

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

Joan Rank #1,238
Hiram Rank #1,768

Joan is more popular, ranked #1238 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Joan or Hiram more popular?

Joan is more popular, ranked #1238 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Joan and Hiram mean?

Joan means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Joan and Hiram boy or girl names?

Joan is primarily a girl name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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