Ira vs Kellen

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
Kellen Rank #1,031

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #1031 for Kellen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Kellen more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Kellen at #1031 in the United States.

What do Ira and Kellen mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Kellen means "slender, narrow" (Irish Gaelic 'caol' origin).

Are Ira and Kellen boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a boy name. Kellen is primarily a boy name.

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