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Leon vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leon

Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish French Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#141
Total SSA Count
2,547
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

Leon Rank #141
Hiram Rank #1,768

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leon or Hiram more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Leon and Hiram mean?

Leon means "lion" (Greek origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Leon and Hiram boy or girl names?

Leon is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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