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Hiram vs Cullen

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

Cullen

Boy #1,131 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"at the holly trees"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,131
Total SSA Count
187
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Cullen Rank #1,131

Cullen is more popular, ranked #1131 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Cullen more popular?

Cullen is more popular, ranked #1131 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Cullen mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Cullen means "at the holly trees" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Hiram and Cullen boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Cullen is primarily a boy name.

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