Geraldine vs Ira

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Geraldine

Girl #2,024 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"spear ruler"

Origin: Old Germanic

English French American Irish

15 High Risk

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Girl #1,438 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"watchful, alert"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew American Russian

✓ All Clear

Geraldine Rank #2,024

Ira Rank #1,438

Ira is more popular, ranked #1438 vs #2024 for Geraldine.

Is Geraldine or Ira more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #1438 compared to Geraldine at #2024 in the United States.

What do Geraldine and Ira mean?

Geraldine means "spear ruler" (Old Germanic origin). Ira means "watchful, alert" (Hebrew origin).

Are Geraldine and Ira boy or girl names?

Geraldine is primarily a girl name. Ira is primarily a girl name.