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Perseus 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

Perseus Rank #1,293
Hiram Rank #1,768

Perseus is more popular, ranked #1293 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Perseus or Hiram more popular?

Perseus is more popular, ranked #1293 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Perseus and Hiram mean?

Perseus means "ravager, one who destroys" (Greek origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Perseus and Hiram boy or girl names?

Perseus is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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