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Lyle vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lyle

Boy #1,021 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the island, island dweller"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

Scottish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,021
Total SSA Count
218
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

Lyle Rank #1,021
Hiram Rank #1,768

Lyle is more popular, ranked #1021 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lyle or Hiram more popular?

Lyle is more popular, ranked #1021 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Lyle and Hiram mean?

Lyle means "the island, island dweller" (Norman French origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lyle and Hiram boy or girl names?

Lyle is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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