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Starr vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Starr

Girl #2,536 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"star, celestial body"

Origin: Old English steorra

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,536
Total SSA Count
70
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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

Starr Rank #2,536
Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #2536 for Starr.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Starr or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Starr at #2536 in the United States.

What do Starr and Hiram mean?

Starr means "star, celestial body" (Old English steorra origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Starr and Hiram boy or girl names?

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

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