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Hiram vs Clem

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

Clem

Boy #9,809 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"mild, merciful"

Origin: Latin clemens

Cultural Roots

English American French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#9,809
Total SSA Count
9
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Clem Rank #9,809

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #9809 for Clem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Clem more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Clem at #9809 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Clem mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Clem means "mild, merciful" (Latin clemens origin).

Are Hiram and Clem boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Clem is primarily a boy name.

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