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Lewis vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lewis

Boy #435 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous warrior"

Origin: Germanic via French

Cultural Roots

English Welsh French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#435
Total SSA Count
728
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

Lewis Rank #435
Hiram Rank #1,768

Lewis is more popular, ranked #435 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lewis or Hiram more popular?

Lewis is more popular, ranked #435 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Lewis and Hiram mean?

Lewis means "famous warrior" (Germanic via French origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lewis and Hiram boy or girl names?

Lewis is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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