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Laurence 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

Laurence Rank #2,194
Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #2194 for Laurence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Laurence or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Laurence at #2194 in the United States.

What do Laurence and Hiram mean?

Laurence means "from Laurentum; laurel-crowned" (Latin origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Laurence and Hiram boy or girl names?

Laurence is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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