Ira vs Iva

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ira

Girl #1,438 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"watchful, alert"

Origin: Hebrew

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Girl #2,169 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Slavic

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Ira Rank #1,438

Iva Rank #2,169

Ira is more popular, ranked #1438 vs #2169 for Iva.

Is Ira or Iva more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #1438 compared to Iva at #2169 in the United States.

What do Ira and Iva mean?

Ira means "watchful, alert" (Hebrew origin). Iva means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Slavic origin).

Are Ira and Iva boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a girl name. Iva is primarily a girl name.