Hiram Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Hiram Name at a Glance

Name	Hiram
Meaning	My brother is exalted. A king of Tyre from the Old Testament.
Origin	Hebrew
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Hiram Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Hiram means “My brother is exalted. A king of Tyre from the Old Testament”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Hiram Name Origin

Our database records Hiram under Hebrew origin. Browse more Hebrew baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Hiram a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Hiram is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Hiram

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