Ethel vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ethel

Girl #4,921 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble"

Origin: Old English 'æthel'

English American British

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Boy #1,768 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"exalted brother"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew American Freemasonry tradition

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Ethel Rank #4,921

Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #4921 for Ethel.

Is Ethel or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Ethel at #4921 in the United States.

What do Ethel and Hiram mean?

Ethel means "noble" (Old English 'æthel' origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ethel and Hiram boy or girl names?

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