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Hiram vs Emery

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

Emery

Boy #825 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"home power, ruler of work"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#825
Total SSA Count
302
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Emery Rank #825

Emery is more popular, ranked #825 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Emery more popular?

Emery is more popular, ranked #825 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Emery mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Emery means "home power, ruler of work" (Germanic origin).

Are Hiram and Emery boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Emery is primarily a boy name.

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