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Hiram vs Sherly

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
Sherly Rank #6,380

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #6380 for Sherly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Sherly more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Sherly at #6380 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Sherly mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Sherly means "bright meadow, bright clearing" (Old English origin).

Are Hiram and Sherly boy or girl names?

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

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