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Ira vs Slade

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
Slade Rank #1,054

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #1054 for Slade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Slade more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Slade at #1054 in the United States.

What do Ira and Slade mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Slade means "valley, dell" (Old English origin).

Are Ira and Slade boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a boy name. Slade is primarily a boy name.

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