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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 #1,726
Hiram Rank #1,768

Sidney is more popular, ranked #1726 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sidney or Hiram more popular?

Sidney is more popular, ranked #1726 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Sidney and Hiram mean?

Sidney means "wide island" (Old English origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Sidney and Hiram boy or girl names?

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

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