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Hiram vs Archibald

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

Hiram Rank #1,768
Archibald Rank #1,179

Archibald is more popular, ranked #1179 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Archibald more popular?

Archibald is more popular, ranked #1179 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Archibald mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Archibald means "genuine, bold" (Germanic origin).

Are Hiram and Archibald boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Archibald is primarily a boy name.

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