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Hiram vs Duke

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

Duke

Boy #710 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"leader, military commander"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#710
Total SSA Count
375
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Duke Rank #710

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Duke more popular?

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Duke mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin).

Are Hiram and Duke boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Duke is primarily a boy name.

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