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Sherman 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

Sherman Rank #4,733
Hiram Rank #1,768

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #4733 for Sherman.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sherman or Hiram more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Sherman at #4733 in the United States.

What do Sherman and Hiram mean?

Sherman means "shearer of woolen cloth, cloth cutter" (Old English origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Sherman and Hiram boy or girl names?

Sherman is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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