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Irissa vs Ira

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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Popularity Comparison

Irissa Rank #20,301
Ira Rank #1,438

Ira is more popular, ranked #1438 vs #20301 for Irissa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irissa or Ira more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #1438 compared to Irissa at #20301 in the United States.

What do Irissa and Ira mean?

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

Are Irissa and Ira boy or girl names?

Irissa is primarily a girl name. Ira is primarily a girl name.

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