Ira vs Macklin

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
Macklin Rank #1,160

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #1160 for Macklin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Macklin more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Macklin at #1160 in the United States.

What do Ira and Macklin mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Macklin means "son of the prince/lord" (Irish Mac Flaithín origin).

Are Ira and Macklin boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a boy name. Macklin is primarily a boy name.

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