Meryl vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Meryl

Girl #5,487 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright sea, shining pool"

Origin: Celtic/Welsh

Welsh English American

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Boy #1,768 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"exalted brother"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew American Freemasonry tradition

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Meryl Rank #5,487

Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #5487 for Meryl.

Is Meryl or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Meryl at #5487 in the United States.

What do Meryl and Hiram mean?

Meryl means "bright sea, shining pool" (Celtic/Welsh origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Meryl and Hiram boy or girl names?

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