Aurelius 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

Popularity Comparison

Aurelius Rank #1,120
Ira Rank #978

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #1120 for Aurelius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aurelius or Ira more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Aurelius at #1120 in the United States.

What do Aurelius and Ira mean?

Aurelius means "golden, gilded, of gold" (Latin origin). Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Aurelius and Ira boy or girl names?

Aurelius is primarily a boy name. Ira is primarily a boy name.

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