My brother is exalted
A variant of the Hebrew name Hiram, it is derived from the elements 'chi' (brother) and 'ram' (exalted). While Hiram is the traditional biblical form, the Hyrum spelling is particularly significant in Latter-day Saint history. It conveys a sense of familial honor and spiritual elevation.
Less common today
Hyrum isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,360 in 2007.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Elder brother of LDS Church founder Joseph Smith
Presiding Patriarch of the LDS Church
Colonel and administrator of the Battle School · Ender's Game
