TheNameDBHiram
MasculineMeaning
My brother is exalted, derived from the Hebrew elements 'ahi' (my brother) and 'ram' (exalted).
Etymology
Hiram comes from the Hebrew Hirom (חִירָם), composed of 'ahi' meaning 'my brother' and 'ram' meaning 'exalted' or 'high.' The name appears in the Hebrew Bible as the name of a Phoenician king and craftsman who worked on Solomon's Temple.
About the Name Hiram
Hiram is a biblical name with Old Testament roots that was particularly popular in 19th-century America. It has a somewhat vintage quality and is less commonly used in contemporary naming practices.