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Hiram vs Katherine

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
Katherine Rank #175

Katherine is more popular, ranked #175 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Katherine more popular?

Katherine is more popular, ranked #175 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Katherine mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Katherine means "pure" (Greek origin).

Are Hiram and Katherine boy or girl names?

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

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