Ira vs Teddy

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
Teddy Rank #898

Teddy is more popular, ranked #898 vs #978 for Ira.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Teddy more popular?

Teddy is more popular, ranked #898 compared to Ira at #978 in the United States.

What do Ira and Teddy mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Teddy means "gift of God" (Greek origin).

Are Ira and Teddy boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a boy name. Teddy is primarily a boy name.

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