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Ira vs Devon

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
Devon Rank #960

Devon is more popular, ranked #960 vs #978 for Ira.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Devon more popular?

Devon is more popular, ranked #960 compared to Ira at #978 in the United States.

What do Ira and Devon mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Devon means "deep valley dwellers" (Celtic origin).

Are Ira and Devon boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a boy name. Devon is primarily a boy name.

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