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Fredrick vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fredrick

Boy #1,656 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,656
Total SSA Count
102
Syllables
2
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

Fredrick Rank #1,656
Hiram Rank #1,768

Fredrick is more popular, ranked #1656 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fredrick or Hiram more popular?

Fredrick is more popular, ranked #1656 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Fredrick and Hiram mean?

Fredrick means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Fredrick and Hiram boy or girl names?

Fredrick is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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