Muriel vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Muriel

Girl #3,168 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"bright sea, shining sea"

Origin: Old Irish muirgeal

British Irish Scottish French

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Boy #1,768 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"exalted brother"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew American Freemasonry tradition

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Muriel Rank #3,168

Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #3168 for Muriel.

Is Muriel or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Muriel at #3168 in the United States.

What do Muriel and Hiram mean?

Muriel means "bright sea, shining sea" (Old Irish muirgeal origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Muriel and Hiram boy or girl names?

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