Hiram Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Hiram is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'exalted brother' or 'noble brother'. It has evolved through Hebrew and Latin into modern English. The name is associated with positive traits such as nobility and brotherhood and has a significant biblical relevance through its connection to a king of Tyre in the Old Testament.
The name Hiram is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Hiram has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Hiram' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 411th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 557th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 681st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 824th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1235th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1592nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1612th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Hiram' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hiram"
Pronunciation
/ˈhaɪrəm/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Hiram is derived from the Hebrew name 'חִירָם' (Chiram), which is believed to mean 'exalted brother' or 'noble brother'.
Meaning
exalted brother, noble brother
Language Evolution
Hiram (Hebrew), Hiram (Latinized), Hiram (English)
Biblical Background
Hiram is a biblical figure known as the king of Tyre who provided materials and craftsmen for the construction of Solomon's Temple.
Historical Usage
The name Hiram gained popularity in the early 20th century, especially among English-speaking communities, influenced by its biblical association.
Variants & Derivatives
Hiram, Hirum
Modern Popularity & Image
Hiram is seen as a traditional and somewhat uncommon name today, often associated with historical and biblical significance.
Famous People
Hiram Abif, a legendary figure in Freemasonry, Hiram Johnson, a prominent American politician and governor of California
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hiram"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Hiram"
"Hiram" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 411th of 7545 | 3,292 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 557th of 6773 | 2,080 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 681st of 7552 | 2,226 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 824th of 10718 | 1,562 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1235th of 16616 | 1,154 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1592nd of 24088 | 1,381 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1612th of 23106 | 1,231 |
Regional Popularity of "Hiram" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
31.99% 453rd/1416 |
34.37% 474th/1379 |
14.12% 334th/2366 |
73.29% 837th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
41.07% 635th/1546 |
37.72% 587th/1556 |
20.95% 493rd/2353 |
56.04% 867th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
38.80% 864th/2227 |
23.62% 574th/2430 |
21.70% 619th/2853 |
27.75% 770th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
31.05% 912th/2937 |
17.40% 606th/3483 |
24.79% 872nd/3518 |
22.50% 910th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
46.59% 1717th/3685 |
22.59% 1011th/4475 |
21.70% 1127th/5194 |
20.22% 1277th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
41.44% 2140th/5164 |
18.84% 1378th/7313 |
16.62% 1240th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
65.76% 2620th/3984 |
79.30% 3558th/4487 |
20.95% 1429th/6822 |
21.06% 1322nd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Hiram" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Hiram"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hiram" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.