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Harry vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harry

Boy #780 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English British American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#780
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

24 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

Harry Rank #780
Hiram Rank #1,768

Harry is more popular, ranked #780 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harry or Hiram more popular?

Harry is more popular, ranked #780 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Harry and Hiram mean?

Harry means "home ruler" (Germanic origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Harry and Hiram boy or girl names?

Harry is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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