Ira vs Legacy

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

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Legacy

Boy #956 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"inheritance, bequest"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American African-American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#956
Total SSA Count
237
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Ira Rank #978
Legacy Rank #956

Legacy is more popular, ranked #956 vs #978 for Ira.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Legacy more popular?

Legacy is more popular, ranked #956 compared to Ira at #978 in the United States.

What do Ira and Legacy mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Legacy means "inheritance, bequest" (Latin origin).

Are Ira and Legacy boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a boy name. Legacy is primarily a boy name.

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