Ira vs Duncan

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

Duncan

Boy #1,104 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark warrior"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,104
Total SSA Count
194
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ira Rank #978
Duncan Rank #1,104

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #1104 for Duncan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Duncan more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Duncan at #1104 in the United States.

What do Ira and Duncan mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Duncan means "dark warrior" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Ira and Duncan boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a boy name. Duncan is primarily a boy name.

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