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Ira vs Asahel

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

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Popularity Comparison

Ira Rank #978
Asahel Rank #5,963

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #5963 for Asahel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Asahel more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Asahel at #5963 in the United States.

What do Ira and Asahel mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Asahel means "made by God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ira and Asahel boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a boy name. Asahel is primarily a boy name.

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