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Gretchen 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

Gretchen Rank #3,569
Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #3569 for Gretchen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gretchen or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Gretchen at #3569 in the United States.

What do Gretchen and Hiram mean?

Gretchen means "pearl" (Greek via Latin (via Margaret) origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Gretchen and Hiram boy or girl names?

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

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