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Harriet 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

Harriet Rank #1,154
Hiram Rank #1,768

Harriet is more popular, ranked #1154 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harriet or Hiram more popular?

Harriet is more popular, ranked #1154 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Harriet and Hiram mean?

Harriet means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic via French origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Harriet and Hiram boy or girl names?

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

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