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Gerald vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Gerald Rank #1,168
Hiram Rank #1,768

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gerald or Hiram more popular?

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Hiram mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gerald and Hiram boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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