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Hiram vs Carey

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
Carey Rank #5,332

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #5332 for Carey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Carey more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Carey at #5332 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Carey mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Carey means "dark, black" (Irish (ciar) origin).

Are Hiram and Carey boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Carey is primarily a boy name.

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