Ira vs Douglas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ira

Boy #978 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"city of God (alternate interpretation)"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #855 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dark blue water"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Ira Rank #978

Douglas Rank #855

Douglas is more popular, ranked #855 vs #978 for Ira.

Is Ira or Douglas more popular?

Douglas is more popular, ranked #855 compared to Ira at #978 in the United States.

What do Ira and Douglas mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Douglas means "dark blue water" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Ira and Douglas boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a boy name. Douglas is primarily a boy name.