Boy
Hiram
exalted brother
About Hiram
Distinctive and historically rich, Hiram stands apart from contemporary naming trends with dignified confidence. This name carries architectural and biblical associations that lend it gravitas and substance. Hiram feels vintage without being dusty, classic without being common. Its two syllables create a strong, memorable impression that lingers after introduction. The name suggests craftsmanship, wisdom, and quiet strength—attributes that shape character over time. Hiram appeals to parents who value individuality and aren't swayed by popularity charts, who want their son's name to reflect thoughtfulness rather than impulse. It's a name that demands nothing but often receives respect naturally. Hiram ages exceptionally well, sounding equally appropriate for a curious toddler, an accomplished professional, or a beloved grandfather.
Popularity of the Name Hiram
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1880 | #155 |
| 1881 | #124 |
| 1882 | #135 |
| 1883 | #153 |
| 1884 | #143 |
| 1885 | #147 |
| 1886 | #232 |
| 1887 | #170 |
| 1888 | #209 |
| 1889 | #198 |
| 1890 | #196 |
| 1891 | #232 |
| 1892 | #220 |
| 1893 | #243 |
| 1894 | #216 |
| 1895 | #221 |
| 1896 | #268 |
| 1897 | #263 |
| 1898 | #236 |
| 1899 | #252 |
| 1900 | #271 |
| 1901 | #282 |
| 1902 | #296 |
| 1903 | #335 |
| 1904 | #289 |
| 1905 | #269 |
| 1906 | #347 |
| 1907 | #369 |
| 1908 | #298 |
| 1909 | #401 |
| 1910 | #324 |
| 1911 | #368 |
| 1912 | #410 |
| 1913 | #363 |
| 1914 | #419 |
| 1915 | #425 |
| 1916 | #408 |
| 1917 | #419 |
| 1918 | #410 |
| 1919 | #400 |
| 1920 | #397 |
| 1921 | #450 |
| 1922 | #425 |
| 1923 | #413 |
| 1924 | #447 |
| 1925 | #465 |
| 1926 | #435 |
| 1927 | #521 |
| 1928 | #457 |
| 1929 | #480 |
| 1930 | #491 |
| 1931 | #531 |
| 1932 | #487 |
| 1933 | #551 |
| 1934 | #580 |
| 1935 | #570 |
| 1936 | #545 |
| 1937 | #577 |
| 1938 | #595 |
| 1939 | #619 |
| 1940 | #552 |
| 1941 | #621 |
| 1942 | #582 |
| 1943 | #606 |
| 1944 | #578 |
| 1945 | #636 |
| 1946 | #697 |
| 1947 | #679 |
| 1948 | #652 |
| 1949 | #664 |
| 1950 | #664 |
| 1951 | #682 |
| 1952 | #610 |
| 1953 | #657 |
| 1954 | #659 |
| 1955 | #696 |
| 1956 | #673 |
| 1957 | #673 |
| 1958 | #644 |
| 1959 | #739 |
| 1960 | #703 |
| 1961 | #723 |
| 1962 | #685 |
| 1963 | #687 |
| 1964 | #691 |
| 1965 | #722 |
| 1966 | #788 |
| 1967 | #753 |
| 1968 | #797 |
| 1969 | #732 |
| 1970 | #811 |
| 1971 | #831 |
| 1972 | #812 |
| 1973 | #784 |
| 1974 | #820 |
| 1975 | #820 |
| 1976 | #811 |
| 1977 | #866 |
| 1978 | #965 |
| 1979 | #830 |
| 1980 | #984 |
| 1981 | #967 |
| 1983 | #969 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Hiram
Names Similar to Hiram
Nicknames for Hiram
- Hi
- Ram
- Hy
- Hank
- Hiro
Famous People Named Hiram
| Hiram Rhodes Revels | The first African American to serve in the U.S. Congress |
| Hiram Bingham | American explorer and politician, rediscovered the ancient city of Machu Picchu |
| Hiram Cronk | The last surviving veteran of the War of 1812 |
| Hiram Johnson | Former Governor of California and U.S. Senator |
| Hiram Maxim | Inventor of the Maxim machine gun |
| Hiram Walker | Founder of the Canadian whisky company, Canadian Club |
| Hiram Rhodes Burton | American composer and conductor |
| Hiram Fong | First Asian American elected to the U.S. Senate |
| Hiram Wesley Evans | Imperial Wizard of the Ku Klux Klan |
| Hiram Paulding | Rear Admiral in the U.S. Navy |
| Hiram Berdan | American engineer and inventor, known for creating the Berdan rifle |
| Hiram Bullock | American jazz guitarist |
| Hiram Bingaman | Former U.S. Congressman from Pennsylvania |
| Hiram Bithorn | The first Puerto Rican to play in Major League Baseball |
| Hiram Monserrate | Former New York State Senator |
| Hiram Price | American politician and businessman |
| Hiram M. Chittenden | Engineer who helped develop the U.S. National Park System |
| Hiram R. Revels | American educator and minister |
| Hiram Gill | Australian politician and magistrate |
| Hiramatsu Taichirō | Japanese photographer and painter |
Characters Named Hiram
| Hiram Lodge | A character from the Archie Comics series, father of Veronica Lodge |
| Hiram McDaniels | A dragon character with multiple heads from the podcast "Welcome to Night Vale" |
| Hiram Berry | Father of Rachel Berry in the TV show "Glee" |
| Hiram Abiff | A mythical character in Masonic lore |
| Hiram Gummer | A character from the movie series "Tremors" |
| Hiram Burrows | A character from the video game "Dishonored" |
| Hiram Flaversham | Olivia Flaversham's father in the movie "The Great Mouse Detective" |
| Hiram Gray | A character from the novel "Uncle Tom's Cabin" by Harriet Beecher Stowe |
| Hiram Stokley | Protagonist of the film "The Invisible Boy" |
| Hiram Lodge Sr. | Father of Hiram Lodge in the TV show "Riverdale" |
| Hiram Clegg | A character from the novel "The Winter of Our Discontent" by John Steinbeck |
| Hiram Baker | The town doctor in the TV series "Little House on the Prairie" |
| Hiram Sloane | A character from the novel "Anne of Green Gables" by L.M. Montgomery |
| Hiram H. Hackenbacker | Brains - A character from the TV series "Thunderbirds" |
| Hiram Cooper | A character from the movie "A Serious Man" |
| Hiram Brown | A character from the novel "The Sign of the Beaver" by Elizabeth George Speare |
| Hiram Phelps | A character from the TV series "The Andy Griffith Show" |
| Hiram Holliday | A character from the film "Hiram Holliday" |
| Hiram Bent | A character from the movie "Once Upon a Time in the West" |