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Emory vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emory

Boy #886 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"power, strength, ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#886
Total SSA Count
271
Syllables
3
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

Emory Rank #886
Hiram Rank #1,768

Emory is more popular, ranked #886 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emory or Hiram more popular?

Emory is more popular, ranked #886 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Emory and Hiram mean?

Emory means "power, strength, ruler" (Germanic origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emory and Hiram boy or girl names?

Emory is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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