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Hiram vs Charlene

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

Charlene

Girl #1,751 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"free woman"

Origin: Germanic via French

Cultural Roots

French English South African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,751
Total SSA Count
115
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Charlene Rank #1,751

Charlene is more popular, ranked #1751 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Charlene more popular?

Charlene is more popular, ranked #1751 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Charlene mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Charlene means "free woman" (Germanic via French origin).

Are Hiram and Charlene boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Charlene is primarily a girl name.

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