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Ira vs Marlow

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
Marlow Rank #2,491

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #2491 for Marlow.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Marlow more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Marlow at #2491 in the United States.

What do Ira and Marlow mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Marlow means "lake meadow" (Old English origin).

Are Ira and Marlow boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a boy name. Marlow is primarily a boy name.

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