Ira vs Cullen

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

Cullen

Boy #1,131 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"at the holly trees"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,131
Total SSA Count
187
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ira Rank #978
Cullen Rank #1,131

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #1131 for Cullen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Cullen more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Cullen at #1131 in the United States.

What do Ira and Cullen mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Cullen means "at the holly trees" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Ira and Cullen boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a boy name. Cullen is primarily a boy name.

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