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Bronson 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

Bronson Rank #1,038
Ira Rank #978

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #1038 for Bronson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bronson or Ira more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Bronson at #1038 in the United States.

What do Bronson and Ira mean?

Bronson means "son of the brown-haired one" (Old English origin). Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Bronson and Ira boy or girl names?

Bronson is primarily a boy name. Ira is primarily a boy name.

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