Ira vs Heath

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

Popularity Comparison

Ira Rank #978
Heath Rank #852

Heath is more popular, ranked #852 vs #978 for Ira.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Heath more popular?

Heath is more popular, ranked #852 compared to Ira at #978 in the United States.

What do Ira and Heath mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Heath means "heathland, open moorland" (Old English origin).

Are Ira and Heath boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a boy name. Heath is primarily a boy name.

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