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Ferrin vs Ira

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ferrin

Boy #20,697 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little man, young warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Celtic Contemporary

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#20,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Ferrin Rank #20,697
Ira Rank #978

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #20697 for Ferrin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ferrin or Ira more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Ferrin at #20697 in the United States.

What do Ferrin and Ira mean?

Ferrin means "little man, young warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin). Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ferrin and Ira boy or girl names?

Ferrin is primarily a boy name. Ira is primarily a boy name.

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