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Fern vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fern

Boy #5,858 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"fern plant (feathery frond)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,858
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
1
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

Fern Rank #5,858
Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #5858 for Fern.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fern or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Fern at #5858 in the United States.

What do Fern and Hiram mean?

Fern means "fern plant (feathery frond)" (Old English origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Fern and Hiram boy or girl names?

Fern is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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