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Jerry vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jerry

Boy #868 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God will uplift (from Jeremy/Jeremiah)"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#868
Total SSA Count
277
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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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

Jerry Rank #868
Hiram Rank #1,768

Jerry is more popular, ranked #868 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jerry or Hiram more popular?

Jerry is more popular, ranked #868 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Jerry and Hiram mean?

Jerry means "God will uplift (from Jeremy/Jeremiah)" (Hebrew origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jerry and Hiram boy or girl names?

Jerry is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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