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Ruby vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ruby

Boy #5,424 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"deep red, the color red"

Origin: Latin rubinus

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,424
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ruby Rank #5,424
Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #5424 for Ruby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ruby or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Ruby at #5424 in the United States.

What do Ruby and Hiram mean?

Ruby means "deep red, the color red" (Latin rubinus origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ruby and Hiram boy or girl names?

Ruby is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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