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Geraldine vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Geraldine

Girl #2,024 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"spear ruler"

Origin: Old Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,024
Total SSA Count
97
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

15 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

Geraldine Rank #2,024
Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #2024 for Geraldine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Geraldine or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Geraldine at #2024 in the United States.

What do Geraldine and Hiram mean?

Geraldine means "spear ruler" (Old Germanic origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Geraldine and Hiram boy or girl names?

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

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