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Johnson 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

Johnson Rank #3,553
Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #3553 for Johnson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Johnson or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Johnson at #3553 in the United States.

What do Johnson and Hiram mean?

Johnson means "son of John" (English origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Johnson and Hiram boy or girl names?

Johnson is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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