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Asahel vs Ira

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ira

Boy #978 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"city of God (alternate interpretation)"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#978
Total SSA Count
230
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Asahel Rank #5,963
Ira Rank #978

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #5963 for Asahel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Asahel or Ira more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Asahel at #5963 in the United States.

What do Asahel and Ira mean?

Asahel means "made by God" (Hebrew origin). Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Asahel and Ira boy or girl names?

Asahel is primarily a boy name. Ira is primarily a boy name.

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