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Arlene vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hiram

Boy #1,768 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"exalted brother"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American Freemasonry tradition

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,768
Total SSA Count
93
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Arlene Rank #1,817
Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #1817 for Arlene.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlene or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Arlene at #1817 in the United States.

What do Arlene and Hiram mean?

Arlene means "pledge, oath" (Irish/Gaelic origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Arlene and Hiram boy or girl names?

Arlene is primarily a girl name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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