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Hiram vs Charley

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
Charley Rank #1,838

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #1838 for Charley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Charley more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Charley at #1838 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Charley mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Charley means "free man, strong man" (Old High German (Karl) origin).

Are Hiram and Charley boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Charley is primarily a boy name.

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