Hiram is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning "exalted brother" or "brother of exaltation." It is derived from the Hebrew word "hiram," which means "elevated" or "sublime." In the Bible, Hiram was the king of Tyre who sent his craftsmen to help King Solomon build the Temple in Jerusalem. The name has also been associated with historical figures such as Hiram I, a Phoenician king, and Hiram Bingham III, an American explorer who discovered Machu Picchu. Throughout history, the name Hiram has been worn by kings, explorers, and other notable figures, adding to its rich heritage and meaning.
The name Hiram has seen a varied trend in popularity over the years in the United States. In the late 19th century, it started off strong with 88 births recorded in 1880. The following year saw an increase to 95 births, and this upward trend continued into 1882 with 104 births.
However, from 1883 onwards, the popularity of the name Hiram began to decline. There were only 85 births in that year, followed by a slight increase to 97 births in 1884. The trend continued to fluctuate between the years 1885 and 1899, with no significant spikes or drops.
The early 20th century saw a more consistent decline in the popularity of the name Hiram. Between 1900 and 1939, there were only a few years where the number of births exceeded 100. The lowest point during this period was in 1933, with only 89 births recorded.
There was a brief resurgence in the popularity of the name Hiram between the years 1940 and 1952. During this time, there were several years where over 100 births were recorded, peaking at 134 births in 1952.
However, after 1952, the popularity of the name Hiram began to decline once again. Between 1960 and 2011, there were only a few years where over 100 births were recorded. The lowest point during this period was in 1966, with only 85 births recorded.
In recent years, the popularity of the name Hiram has seen a slight increase. Between 2012 and 2023, there have been several years where over 100 births were recorded, including a peak of 113 births in 2022. Overall, the total number of births with the name Hiram in the United States from 1880 to 2023 is 14,259.