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Monroe 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

Monroe Rank #1,282
Hiram Rank #1,768

Monroe is more popular, ranked #1282 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Monroe or Hiram more popular?

Monroe is more popular, ranked #1282 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Monroe and Hiram mean?

Monroe means "from the mouth of the Roe river" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Monroe and Hiram boy or girl names?

Monroe is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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