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Mathew 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

Mathew Rank #941
Hiram Rank #1,768

Mathew is more popular, ranked #941 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mathew or Hiram more popular?

Mathew is more popular, ranked #941 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Mathew and Hiram mean?

Mathew means "gift of God, gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Mathew and Hiram boy or girl names?

Mathew is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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