Ira vs Turner

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
Turner Rank #1,007

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #1007 for Turner.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Turner more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Turner at #1007 in the United States.

What do Ira and Turner mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Turner means "one who works a lathe, craftsman" (Old English/French origin).

Are Ira and Turner boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a boy name. Turner is primarily a boy name.

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