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Charles 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

Charles Rank #51
Hiram Rank #1,768

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charles or Hiram more popular?

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Charles and Hiram mean?

Charles means "free man" (Germanic origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Charles and Hiram boy or girl names?

Charles is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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