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Hiram vs Fern

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

Fern

Girl #1,259 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"fern plant, feathery frond"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,259
Total SSA Count
184
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Fern Rank #1,259

Fern is more popular, ranked #1259 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Fern more popular?

Fern is more popular, ranked #1259 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Fern mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Fern means "fern plant, feathery frond" (Old English origin).

Are Hiram and Fern boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Fern is primarily a girl name.

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