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Aven 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

Aven Rank #1,157
Ira Rank #978

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #1157 for Aven.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aven or Ira more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Aven at #1157 in the United States.

What do Aven and Ira mean?

Aven means "river (from Celtic afon)" (Celtic origin). Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Aven and Ira boy or girl names?

Aven is primarily a boy name. Ira is primarily a boy name.

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