Hiram vs James

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
Nicknames
Hi

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James

Boy #5 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Biblical

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5
Total SSA Count
11,793
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Jim, Jimmy, Jamie

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hiram ___

  • Hiram Lee
  • Hiram James
  • Hiram Grant
  • Hiram Earl
  • Hiram Dale

James ___

  • James Alexander
  • James William
  • James Thomas
  • James Edward
  • James Henry
  • James Patrick

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Hiram

Ezra Elijah Caleb Ruth Abigail

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and James mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hiram and James boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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