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Joshua 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

Joshua Rank #57
Hiram Rank #1,768

Joshua is more popular, ranked #57 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Joshua or Hiram more popular?

Joshua is more popular, ranked #57 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Joshua and Hiram mean?

Joshua means "may God deliver" (Hebrew origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Joshua and Hiram boy or girl names?

Joshua is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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