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Hiram vs Bernie

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
Bernie Rank #5,494

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #5494 for Bernie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Bernie more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Bernie at #5494 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Bernie mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Bernie means "brave as a bear, bold bear" (Germanic origin).

Are Hiram and Bernie boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Bernie is primarily a boy name.

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