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Ike vs Ember

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ike

Boy #2,970 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"short form of Isaac"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,970
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ike Rank #2,970
Ember Rank #3,159

Ike is more popular, ranked #2970 vs #3159 for Ember.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ike or Ember more popular?

Ike is more popular, ranked #2970 compared to Ember at #3159 in the United States.

What do Ike and Ember mean?

Ike means "short form of Isaac" (Hebrew origin). Ember means "glowing coal, burning ember" (Old English/Norse origin).

Are Ike and Ember boy or girl names?

Ike is primarily a boy name. Ember is primarily a boy name.

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