Ira vs Allan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Allan

Boy #854 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rock, harmony"

Origin: Celtic/Brythonic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#854
Total SSA Count
283
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ira Rank #978
Allan Rank #854

Allan is more popular, ranked #854 vs #978 for Ira.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Allan more popular?

Allan is more popular, ranked #854 compared to Ira at #978 in the United States.

What do Ira and Allan mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Allan means "rock, harmony" (Celtic/Brythonic origin).

Are Ira and Allan boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a boy name. Allan is primarily a boy name.

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