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Ira vs Jericho

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
Jericho Rank #905

Jericho is more popular, ranked #905 vs #978 for Ira.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Jericho more popular?

Jericho is more popular, ranked #905 compared to Ira at #978 in the United States.

What do Ira and Jericho mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Jericho means "city of the moon" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ira and Jericho boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a boy name. Jericho is primarily a boy name.

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