Iram
Iram is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Exalted, high, or city of lofty pillars.
Origin and history
Iram is a masculine name of Arabic origin associated with the legendary lost city mentioned in the Quran, often translated as 'city of lofty pillars' or 'exalted'. While uncommon historically in the United States, it has seen steady, minor usage in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
917 babies in the United States have been named Iram since 1880. It ranks #3761 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1776.
States where it is most popular
- TX (69.7 %)
- AZ (15 %)
- CA (14.1 %)
- CO (1.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 43 |
| 1980-1990 | 38 |
| 1990-2000 | 149 |
| 2000-2010 | 277 |
| 2010-2019 | 259 |
| 2020-2029 | 151 |
Fun facts
- The name references 'Iram of the Pillars', an ancient lost city mentioned in Islamic tradition.
- Over 150 boys in the U.S. were named Iram between 2020 and 2025.