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May vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

May

Girl #1,351 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"goddess of spring, month of May"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,351
Total SSA Count
168
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

May Rank #1,351
Hiram Rank #1,768

May is more popular, ranked #1351 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is May or Hiram more popular?

May is more popular, ranked #1351 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do May and Hiram mean?

May means "goddess of spring, month of May" (Latin origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are May and Hiram boy or girl names?

May is primarily a girl name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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