Hyrum
Hyrum is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Exalted brother, noble, or my brother is exalted.
Origin and history
Hyrum is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, historically related to the Biblical name Hiram. It gained widespread use primarily within Latter-day Saint communities in the United States following the 19th century. Today, it remains a traditional choice with steady, distinct popularity.
Popularity in the United States
3,406 babies in the United States have been named Hyrum since 1880. It ranks #2198 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1618.
States where it is most popular
- UT (66.2 %)
- ID (14.1 %)
- AZ (8.4 %)
- CA (6 %)
- TX (3.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 57 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 6 |
| 1910-1920 | 117 |
| 1920-1930 | 124 |
| 1930-1940 | 69 |
| 1940-1950 | 37 |
| 1950-1960 | 42 |
| 1960-1970 | 29 |
| 1970-1980 | 149 |
| 1980-1990 | 208 |
| 1990-2000 | 333 |
| 2000-2010 | 969 |
| 2010-2019 | 952 |
| 2020-2029 | 309 |
Famous people named Hyrum
- Hyrum Smith: Religious leader
Fun facts
- Hyrum is an English spelling variant of the Hebrew name Hiram, which appears in the Old Testament.
- The name became prominent in 19th-century American history through Hyrum Smith, the elder brother of Joseph Smith.