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Laura vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Laura

Girl #358 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"laurel tree"

Origin: Latin (laurus)

Cultural Roots

English Italian Spanish German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#358
Total SSA Count
868
Syllables
2
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

Laura Rank #358
Hiram Rank #1,768

Laura is more popular, ranked #358 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Laura or Hiram more popular?

Laura is more popular, ranked #358 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Laura and Hiram mean?

Laura means "laurel tree" (Latin (laurus) origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Laura and Hiram boy or girl names?

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

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