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Major 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

Major Rank #581
Hiram Rank #1,768

Major is more popular, ranked #581 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Major or Hiram more popular?

Major is more popular, ranked #581 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Major and Hiram mean?

Major means "greater, superior" (Latin origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Major and Hiram boy or girl names?

Major is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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