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Bertha vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bertha

Girl #4,800 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining"

Origin: Old High German 'beraht'

Cultural Roots

German English French Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,800
Total SSA Count
28
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Bertha Rank #4,800
Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #4800 for Bertha.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bertha or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Bertha at #4800 in the United States.

What do Bertha and Hiram mean?

Bertha means "bright, shining" (Old High German 'beraht' origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Bertha and Hiram boy or girl names?

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

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