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Ira vs Cory

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
Cory Rank #1,097

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #1097 for Cory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Cory more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Cory at #1097 in the United States.

What do Ira and Cory mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Ira and Cory boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a boy name. Cory is primarily a boy name.

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