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Ira vs Mirah

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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Mirah

Girl #5,237 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sea, ocean"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,237
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ira Rank #1,438
Mirah Rank #5,237

Ira is more popular, ranked #1438 vs #5237 for Mirah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Mirah more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #1438 compared to Mirah at #5237 in the United States.

What do Ira and Mirah mean?

Ira means "watchful, alert" (Hebrew origin). Mirah means "sea, ocean" (Sanskrit origin).

Are Ira and Mirah boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a girl name. Mirah is primarily a girl name.

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