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Myron vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Myron

Boy #1,695 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"myrrh, fragrant oil"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek American Eastern European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,695
Total SSA Count
99
Syllables
2
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

Myron Rank #1,695
Hiram Rank #1,768

Myron is more popular, ranked #1695 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Myron or Hiram more popular?

Myron is more popular, ranked #1695 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Myron and Hiram mean?

Myron means "myrrh, fragrant oil" (Greek origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Myron and Hiram boy or girl names?

Myron is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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