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Hiram vs Mary

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

Mary

Girl #132 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sea of bitterness"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish Christian Hebrew

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#132
Total SSA Count
2,196
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Mary Rank #132

Mary is more popular, ranked #132 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Mary more popular?

Mary is more popular, ranked #132 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Mary mean?

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

Are Hiram and Mary boy or girl names?

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

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