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Nora vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nora

Girl #22 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"woman of honor"

Origin: Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#22
Total SSA Count
6,128
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

Nora Rank #22
Hiram Rank #1,768

Nora is more popular, ranked #22 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nora or Hiram more popular?

Nora is more popular, ranked #22 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Nora and Hiram mean?

Nora means "woman of honor" (Irish origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Nora and Hiram boy or girl names?

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

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