Elvis vs Ira

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elvis

Boy #1,171 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"all wise (from Norse Alviss)"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,171
Total SSA Count
177
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Elvis Rank #1,171
Ira Rank #978

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #1171 for Elvis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elvis or Ira more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Elvis at #1171 in the United States.

What do Elvis and Ira mean?

Elvis means "all wise (from Norse Alviss)" (Old Norse origin). Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Elvis and Ira boy or girl names?

Elvis is primarily a boy name. Ira is primarily a boy name.

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