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Wesley 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

Wesley Rank #58
Hiram Rank #1,768

Wesley is more popular, ranked #58 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wesley or Hiram more popular?

Wesley is more popular, ranked #58 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Wesley and Hiram mean?

Wesley means "from the western farmstead" (Old English origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Wesley and Hiram boy or girl names?

Wesley is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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