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Hiram vs Claude

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

Claude

Boy #3,333 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"of the Claudian family, lame"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

French English Belgian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,333
Total SSA Count
35
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Claude Rank #3,333

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #3333 for Claude.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Claude more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Claude at #3333 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Claude mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Claude means "of the Claudian family, lame" (Latin origin).

Are Hiram and Claude boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Claude is primarily a boy name.

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