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Frederick vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Frederick

Boy #424 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Scandinavian French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#424
Total SSA Count
741
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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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

Frederick Rank #424
Hiram Rank #1,768

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Frederick or Hiram more popular?

Frederick is more popular, ranked #424 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Frederick and Hiram mean?

Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Frederick and Hiram boy or girl names?

Frederick is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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