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Hiram vs Harriet

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

Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Harriet Rank #1,154

Harriet is more popular, ranked #1154 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Harriet more popular?

Harriet is more popular, ranked #1154 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Harriet mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Harriet means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic via French origin).

Are Hiram and Harriet boy or girl names?

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

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