Back to Baby Names

Sidney 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

Sidney Rank #1,374
Hiram Rank #1,768

Sidney is more popular, ranked #1374 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sidney or Hiram more popular?

Sidney is more popular, ranked #1374 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Sidney and Hiram mean?

Sidney means "from Saint Denis" (Anglo-Norman French origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Sidney and Hiram boy or girl names?

Sidney is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons