Hyman
Hyman: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Hyman
- A male given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
Anglicisation of Hyam, from Hebrew חַיִּים (ḥayím, “life”).
How popular is Hyman?
Since 1880, 5,858 boys in the U.S. have been named Hyman. Its highest rank for boys was #214 in 1911. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Hyman FAQ
What does the name Hyman mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. Anglicisation of Hyam, from Hebrew חַיִּים (ḥayím, “life”).
What is the origin of the name Hyman?
Hyman is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Hyman?
Since 1880, 5,858 boys in the U.S. have been named Hyman. Its highest rank for boys was #214 in 1911. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Hyman a boy or girl name?
Hyman is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 5,858 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.