Ira vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ira

Girl #1,438 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"watchful, alert"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

English Hebrew Jewish Protestant

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Ira Rank #1,438

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #1438 for Ira.

Is Ira or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Ira at #1438 in the United States.

What do Ira and Gideon mean?

Ira means "watchful, alert" (Hebrew origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ira and Gideon boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a girl name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.