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Clarence 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

Clarence Rank #71,545
Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #71545 for Clarence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clarence or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Clarence at #71545 in the United States.

What do Clarence and Hiram mean?

Clarence means "bright, clear, famous" (Latin origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Clarence and Hiram boy or girl names?

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

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