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Charley vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Charley

Boy #1,838 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"free man, strong man"

Origin: Old High German (Karl)

Cultural Roots

English American French Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,838
Total SSA Count
88
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Charley Rank #1,838
Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #1838 for Charley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charley or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Charley at #1838 in the United States.

What do Charley and Hiram mean?

Charley means "free man, strong man" (Old High German (Karl) origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Charley and Hiram boy or girl names?

Charley is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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