Ira vs Aven

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

Popularity Comparison

Ira Rank #978
Aven Rank #1,157

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #1157 for Aven.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Aven more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Aven at #1157 in the United States.

What do Ira and Aven mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Aven means "river (from Celtic afon)" (Celtic origin).

Are Ira and Aven boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a boy name. Aven is primarily a boy name.

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