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Hiram vs Locke

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

Locke

Boy #2,493 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"place by a waterway lock"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,493
Total SSA Count
55
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Locke Rank #2,493

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #2493 for Locke.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Locke more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Locke at #2493 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Locke mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Locke means "place by a waterway lock" (Old English origin).

Are Hiram and Locke boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Locke is primarily a boy name.

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