How Many People Are Named Hyrum?
Complete statistics for the name Hyrum: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Hyrum means 'exalted' and is a rare name for boys, with only 1 in 113,480 Americans bearing it today. That's just 2,908 people named Hyrum living in the US right now. The name peaked in popularity in 2007 when 123 babies were given this name.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, the life-path number 4 symbolizes stability, practicality, and hard work.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 32All 3,373 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2007Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Hyrum Through the Generations
Hyrum has seen a steady decline since its peak in 2007, reflecting its status as a modern, newer-generation name. With 69% of those named Hyrum being under 30, it's clear that the name remains popular among younger parents. As of now, there are 2,340 Hyrums under 30, 563 between 30 and 60, and 470 over 60, indicating a relatively young demographic overall.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Hyrum's Hebrew roots
📄 About the Name Hyrum
How Many People Have the Name Hyrum?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,908 people in the United States currently share the name Hyrum. That works out to roughly 1 in every 113,480 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Hyrum a Common or Rare Name?
Hyrum is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Hyrum Mean?
Hyrum means "exalted" and comes from Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Hyrum in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Hyrum Most Popular?
The name Hyrum reached peak popularity in 2007, with 123 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Hyrum?
Approximately 2,908 people named Hyrum live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,373. That works out to roughly 1 in 113,480 Americans.
Is Hyrum a rare name?
Hyrum is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 113,480 Americans has this name.
What does the name Hyrum mean?
Hyrum means "exalted" and comes from Hebrew origins.
Is Hyrum more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Hyrum are male and 0% are female.
When was Hyrum most popular?
Hyrum peaked in 2007 with 123 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.