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Hiram vs Geraldine

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

Geraldine

Girl #2,024 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"spear ruler"

Origin: Old Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,024
Total SSA Count
97
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Geraldine Rank #2,024

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #2024 for Geraldine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Geraldine more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Geraldine at #2024 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Geraldine mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Geraldine means "spear ruler" (Old Germanic origin).

Are Hiram and Geraldine boy or girl names?

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

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