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Grey vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Grey

Boy #878 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"gray-haired one"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#878
Total SSA Count
274
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Grey Rank #878
Hiram Rank #1,768

Grey is more popular, ranked #878 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grey or Hiram more popular?

Grey is more popular, ranked #878 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Grey and Hiram mean?

Grey means "gray-haired one" (Old English origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Grey and Hiram boy or girl names?

Grey is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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