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Hiram vs Mariah

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

Mariah

Girl #413 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"sea of bitterness"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Spanish Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#413
Total SSA Count
756
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Mariah Rank #413

Mariah is more popular, ranked #413 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Mariah more popular?

Mariah is more popular, ranked #413 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Mariah mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Mariah means "sea of bitterness" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hiram and Mariah boy or girl names?

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

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