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Fox vs Ira

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fox

Boy #1,113 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the fox, cunning animal"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,113
Total SSA Count
192
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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

Fox Rank #1,113
Ira Rank #978

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #1113 for Fox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fox or Ira more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Fox at #1113 in the United States.

What do Fox and Ira mean?

Fox means "the fox, cunning animal" (Old English origin). Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Fox and Ira boy or girl names?

Fox is primarily a boy name. Ira is primarily a boy name.

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