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Hiram vs Errol

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

Errol

Boy #6,143 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"earl, nobleman"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Caribbean American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,143
Total SSA Count
15
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Errol Rank #6,143

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #6143 for Errol.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Errol more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Errol at #6143 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Errol mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Errol means "earl, nobleman" (English origin).

Are Hiram and Errol boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Errol is primarily a boy name.

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