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Kent vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kent

Boy #1,636 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"coastal land, border land"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,636
Total SSA Count
104
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

Kent Rank #1,636
Hiram Rank #1,768

Kent is more popular, ranked #1636 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kent or Hiram more popular?

Kent is more popular, ranked #1636 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Kent and Hiram mean?

Kent means "coastal land, border land" (Celtic origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kent and Hiram boy or girl names?

Kent is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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