Ira vs Colten

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
Colten Rank #899

Colten is more popular, ranked #899 vs #978 for Ira.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Colten more popular?

Colten is more popular, ranked #899 compared to Ira at #978 in the United States.

What do Ira and Colten mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Colten means "dark settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Ira and Colten boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a boy name. Colten is primarily a boy name.

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