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Ira vs Irani

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ira

Girl #1,438 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"watchful, alert"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American Russian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,438
Total SSA Count
154
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Ida Ada Irene Iva
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Popularity Comparison

Ira Rank #1,438
Irani Rank #18,128

Ira is more popular, ranked #1438 vs #18128 for Irani.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Irani more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #1438 compared to Irani at #18128 in the United States.

What do Ira and Irani mean?

Ira means "watchful, alert" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ira and Irani boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a girl name. Irani is primarily a girl name.

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