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Keith vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Keith

Boy #758 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wood, forest"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#758
Total SSA Count
336
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

Keith Rank #758
Hiram Rank #1,768

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keith or Hiram more popular?

Keith is more popular, ranked #758 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Keith and Hiram mean?

Keith means "wood, forest" (Celtic origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Keith and Hiram boy or girl names?

Keith is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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