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Hiram vs Channing

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
Channing Rank #1,705

Channing is more popular, ranked #1705 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Channing more popular?

Channing is more popular, ranked #1705 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Channing mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Channing means "young wolf" (Germanic origin).

Are Hiram and Channing boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Channing is primarily a boy name.

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