Banjo vs Ira

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Banjo

Boy #11,774 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"stringed musical instrument"

Origin: African/American English

American African American Appalachian Australian

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Boy #978 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"city of God (alternate interpretation)"

Origin: Hebrew

Jewish American British

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Banjo Rank #11,774

Ira Rank #978

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #11774 for Banjo.

Is Banjo or Ira more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Banjo at #11774 in the United States.

What do Banjo and Ira mean?

Banjo means "stringed musical instrument" (African/American English origin). Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Banjo and Ira boy or girl names?

Banjo is primarily a boy name. Ira is primarily a boy name.