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Stephen 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

Stephen Rank #378
Hiram Rank #1,768

Stephen is more popular, ranked #378 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stephen or Hiram more popular?

Stephen is more popular, ranked #378 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Stephen and Hiram mean?

Stephen means "crown, wreath" (Ancient Greek origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Stephen and Hiram boy or girl names?

Stephen is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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