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Pierce 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

Pierce Rank #541
Hiram Rank #1,768

Pierce is more popular, ranked #541 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pierce or Hiram more popular?

Pierce is more popular, ranked #541 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Pierce and Hiram mean?

Pierce means "rock, stone" (Greek via Latin origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Pierce and Hiram boy or girl names?

Pierce is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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