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Hiram vs Karsen

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

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Karsen

Boy #1,836 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Carr, son of the marsh dweller"

Origin: Old Norse/Scottish (via Carson)

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian-inspired

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,836
Total SSA Count
88
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Karsen Rank #1,836

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #1836 for Karsen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Karsen more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Karsen at #1836 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Karsen mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Karsen means "son of Carr, son of the marsh dweller" (Old Norse/Scottish (via Carson) origin).

Are Hiram and Karsen boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Karsen is primarily a boy name.

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