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Marcellus vs Hiram

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

Marcellus Rank #951
Hiram Rank #1,768

Marcellus is more popular, ranked #951 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marcellus or Hiram more popular?

Marcellus is more popular, ranked #951 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Marcellus and Hiram mean?

Marcellus means "little warrior, young Mars" (Latin origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Marcellus and Hiram boy or girl names?

Marcellus is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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