Ira vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ira

Girl #1,438 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"watchful, alert"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew American Russian

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Boy #1,768 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"exalted brother"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew American Freemasonry tradition

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Ira Rank #1,438

Hiram Rank #1,768

Ira is more popular, ranked #1438 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Is Ira or Hiram more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #1438 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Ira and Hiram mean?

Ira means "watchful, alert" (Hebrew origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ira and Hiram boy or girl names?

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