Merci vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Merci

Girl #4,398 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"mercy, compassion, grace"

Origin: Latin via French

French American Spanish African American

15 High Risk

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Boy #1,768 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"exalted brother"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew American Freemasonry tradition

✓ All Clear

Merci Rank #4,398

Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #4398 for Merci.

Is Merci or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Merci at #4398 in the United States.

What do Merci and Hiram mean?

Merci means "mercy, compassion, grace" (Latin via French origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Merci and Hiram boy or girl names?

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