Ira vs Mitchell

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
Mitchell Rank #906

Mitchell is more popular, ranked #906 vs #978 for Ira.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Mitchell more popular?

Mitchell is more popular, ranked #906 compared to Ira at #978 in the United States.

What do Ira and Mitchell mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Mitchell means "who is like God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ira and Mitchell boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a boy name. Mitchell is primarily a boy name.

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