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Hiram vs Gray

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

Gray

Boy #1,342 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the color gray"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,342
Total SSA Count
142
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Gray Rank #1,342

Gray is more popular, ranked #1342 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Gray more popular?

Gray is more popular, ranked #1342 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Gray mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Gray means "the color gray" (Old English origin).

Are Hiram and Gray boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Gray is primarily a boy name.

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