Boy name
Hiram name meaning
“possibly an exalted brother”
Hiram means exalted brother in its traditional interpretation and comes from the Hebrew and Phoenician naming tradition represented by Ḥīrām. Its explanation draws on Semitic elements expressing brotherhood and elevation. Used as a boys’ name in Türkiye, it has a concrete historical association with King Hiram of Tyre.
What does Hiram mean?
Possibly an exalted brother
In Turkish: muhtemelen yüce kardeş
Hiram is an ancient name known through biblical figures associated with Solomon’s era. King Hiram of Tyre and the craftsman involved in temple work are distinct figures; these accounts explain the name’s historical associations but do not settle its disputed etymological interpretation.
Origin of the name Hiram
It derives from Ḥīrām, a name found in Hebrew and Phoenician tradition. It is commonly connected with Semitic elements for ‘brother’ and ‘exalted’, though its exact analysis is disputed.
How to pronounce Hiram
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /hiɾam/ |
Is Hiram a boy’s name?
Yes, Hiram is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Hiram does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025). In our sample of notable people (Wikidata), 1 people bear it; this is not a national figure.
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Famous people named Hiram
- Hiram Abas · b. 1932
FAQ about the name Hiram
What is the meaning of Hiram?
Hiram means “possibly an exalted brother”. It derives from Ḥīrām, a name found in Hebrew and Phoenician tradition. It is commonly connected with Semitic elements for ‘brother’ and ‘exalted’, though its exact analysis is disputed.
Is Hiram a boy’s name?
Yes, Hiram is used mostly as a boy’s name.
Is Hiram in the Quran?
No. Neither the name Hiram nor its source word occurs in the Quran.
What is the origin of the name Hiram?
Hiram is of Hebrew origin.
How many syllables does Hiram have?
Hiram has 2 syllables and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Hiram?
Hiram does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025). In our sample of notable people (Wikidata), 1 people bear it; this is not a national figure.
Famous people named Hiram?
Notable people named Hiram include Hiram Abas.
Sources and method
Meanings and origins draw on language sources and name dictionaries; popularity figures come from TÜİK’s address-based population register, and notable people from Wikidata.
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