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Hiram vs Charlie

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
Charlie Rank #176

Charlie is more popular, ranked #176 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Charlie more popular?

Charlie is more popular, ranked #176 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Charlie mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Charlie means "free man" (Germanic origin).

Are Hiram and Charlie boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Charlie is primarily a boy name.

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