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Palmer 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

Palmer Rank #1,079
Hiram Rank #1,768

Palmer is more popular, ranked #1079 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Palmer or Hiram more popular?

Palmer is more popular, ranked #1079 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Palmer and Hiram mean?

Palmer means "pilgrim, palm branch bearer" (Old French origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Palmer and Hiram boy or girl names?

Palmer is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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