Harlem vs Ira

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harlem

Boy #1,015 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home on the wooded hill"

Origin: Dutch

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Boy #978 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"city of God (alternate interpretation)"

Origin: Hebrew

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Harlem Rank #1,015

Ira Rank #978

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #1015 for Harlem.

Is Harlem or Ira more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Harlem at #1015 in the United States.

What do Harlem and Ira mean?

Harlem means "home on the wooded hill" (Dutch origin). Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Harlem and Ira boy or girl names?

Harlem is primarily a boy name. Ira is primarily a boy name.