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Hiram vs Percy

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
Percy Rank #1,256

Percy is more popular, ranked #1256 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Percy more popular?

Percy is more popular, ranked #1256 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Percy mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Percy means "from Percy (Norman place name)" (Norman French origin).

Are Hiram and Percy boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Percy is primarily a boy name.

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