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Reed vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Reed

Boy #422 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"lives near reeds"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#422
Total SSA Count
744
Syllables
1
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

Reed Rank #422
Hiram Rank #1,768

Reed is more popular, ranked #422 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reed or Hiram more popular?

Reed is more popular, ranked #422 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Reed and Hiram mean?

Reed means "lives near reeds" (Old English origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Reed and Hiram boy or girl names?

Reed is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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