Hyrum Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Hyrum is an English name derived from the Hebrew name Hiram, meaning 'exalted brother'. It has evolved from its biblical roots and has been popularized in modern times, especially within the Latter-day Saint community. The name carries traits of strength and loyalty, with significant biblical relevance. Its historical usage reflects a strong connection to early American religious movements.
The name Hyrum is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West 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, Hyrum has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Hyrum' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2207th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2792nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4339th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2844th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2682nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1584th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1928th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Hyrum' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hyrum"
Pronunciation
/ˈhaɪrəm/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Hyrum is derived from the Hebrew name Hiram, which means 'exalted brother' or 'brother of the exalted one'. The name is often associated with a biblical figure, Hiram Abiff, who is a legendary figure in Masonic tradition.
Meaning
exalted brother
Language Evolution
Hiram (Hebrew), Hyrum (English)
Biblical Background
Hyrum is a variant of Hiram, who is mentioned in the Bible as the king of Tyre and a friend of King Solomon.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly among members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, due to its association with Hyrum Smith, the brother of Joseph Smith, the founder of the church.
Variants & Derivatives
Hiram, Hyrum
Modern Popularity & Image
Hyrum is perceived as a traditional and strong name, often associated with faith and loyalty.
Famous People
Hyrum Smith (founder of the Latter Day Saint movement), Hyrum Abiff (legendary figure in Masonic tradition)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hyrum"
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 "Hyrum"
"Hyrum" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2207th of 7545 | 217 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2792nd of 6773 | 136 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4339th of 7552 | 55 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2844th of 10718 | 198 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2682nd of 16616 | 365 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1584th of 24088 | 1,392 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1928th of 23106 | 948 |
Regional Popularity of "Hyrum" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - |
41.86% 478th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
45.31% 701st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
31.13% 1259th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
19.85% 1254th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
46.37% 3391st/7313 |
9.37% 699th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
49.91% 3405th/6822 |
13.66% 857th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Hyrum" 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 "Hyrum"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hyrum" 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.