Hiram Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHY-ram / /ˈhaɪrəm/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: exalted; English: high
Historical & Cultural Background
Hiram is a name of Hebrew origin, often associated with Hiram Abiff, a figure in Masonic tradition. The name appears in the Bible, where Hiram was the king of Tyre who provided materials for Solomon's Temple. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name has historical significance in both religious and cultural contexts.
Trend Summary
Hiram has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hirum
International Variants
- Hiram (Spanish)
- Hirama (Japanese)
Famous people named Hiram
Hiram Abif is a legendary figure in Freemasonry, symbolizing integrity and the pursuit of knowledge.
Hiram Johnson was an American politician who served as the Governor of California and a U.S. Senator.
Hiram Maxim was an inventor known for creating the Maxim gun, the first portable, fully automatic machine gun.
Hiram Bingham III was an American academic and explorer credited with bringing Machu Picchu to international attention.
Fictional characters named Hiram
Hiram Lodge is a character in the Archie Comics universe, known for being the father of Veronica Lodge.
Hiram Abif appears in various Masonic-themed works, representing the ideals of craftsmanship and secrecy.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hiram was first seen in the United States in 1880. Hiram has ranked as high as #672 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in Texas, New York, California, Georgia, and Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Hiram has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hiram (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 18 | |
CA | 7 | |
GA | 7 | |
FL | 6 | |
AZ | 5 | |
IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 88 |
1881 | 95 |
1882 | 104 |
1883 | 85 |
1884 | 97 |
1885 | 92 |
1886 | 53 |
1887 | 75 |
1888 | 70 |
1889 | 66 |
1890 | 68 |
1891 | 49 |
1892 | 64 |
1893 | 51 |
1894 | 61 |
1895 | 62 |
1896 | 46 |
1897 | 44 |
1898 | 55 |
1899 | 44 |
1900 | 57 |
1901 | 38 |
1902 | 42 |
1903 | 33 |
1904 | 44 |
1905 | 54 |
1906 | 36 |
1907 | 37 |
1908 | 54 |
1909 | 38 |
1910 | 58 |
1911 | 57 |
1912 | 90 |
1913 | 131 |
1914 | 131 |
1915 | 161 |
1916 | 185 |
1917 | 181 |
1918 | 205 |
1919 | 211 |
1920 | 221 |
1921 | 187 |
1922 | 200 |
1923 | 210 |
1924 | 186 |
1925 | 170 |
1926 | 194 |
1927 | 138 |
1928 | 174 |
1929 | 150 |
1930 | 146 |
1931 | 120 |
1932 | 139 |
1933 | 108 |
1934 | 104 |
1935 | 104 |
1936 | 111 |
1937 | 100 |
1938 | 99 |
1939 | 89 |
1940 | 115 |
1941 | 95 |
1942 | 114 |
1943 | 109 |
1944 | 113 |
1945 | 90 |
1946 | 87 |
1947 | 104 |
1948 | 109 |
1949 | 107 |
1950 | 110 |
1951 | 105 |
1952 | 134 |
1953 | 116 |
1954 | 121 |
1955 | 111 |
1956 | 126 |
1957 | 129 |
1958 | 143 |
1959 | 107 |
1960 | 123 |
1961 | 113 |
1962 | 128 |
1963 | 128 |
1964 | 125 |
1965 | 106 |
1966 | 85 |
1967 | 97 |
1968 | 87 |
1969 | 114 |
1970 | 100 |
1971 | 95 |
1972 | 98 |
1973 | 103 |
1974 | 96 |
1975 | 103 |
1976 | 106 |
1977 | 96 |
1978 | 81 |
1979 | 111 |
1980 | 84 |
1981 | 87 |
1982 | 78 |
1983 | 83 |
1984 | 73 |
1985 | 78 |
1986 | 77 |
1987 | 65 |
1988 | 72 |
1989 | 68 |
1990 | 68 |
1991 | 59 |
1992 | 64 |
1993 | 65 |
1994 | 67 |
1995 | 70 |
1996 | 80 |
1997 | 75 |
1998 | 82 |
1999 | 82 |
2000 | 71 |
2001 | 81 |
2002 | 67 |
2003 | 86 |
2004 | 101 |
2005 | 87 |
2006 | 92 |
2007 | 115 |
2008 | 93 |
2009 | 97 |
2010 | 93 |
2011 | 74 |
2012 | 85 |
2013 | 106 |
2014 | 100 |
2015 | 117 |
2016 | 90 |
2017 | 111 |
2018 | 106 |
2019 | 92 |
2020 | 108 |
2021 | 91 |
2022 | 104 |
2023 | 113 |
2024 | 93 |