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Simon vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Simon

Boy #251 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"he has heard, God has heard"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English French German Scandinavian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#251
Total SSA Count
1,402
Syllables
2
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

Simon Rank #251
Hiram Rank #1,768

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Hiram more popular?

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Simon and Hiram mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Simon and Hiram boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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