Iva vs Ira

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Iva

Girl #2,169 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Slavic

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Girl #1,438 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"watchful, alert"

Origin: Hebrew

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Iva Rank #2,169

Ira Rank #1,438

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

Is Iva or Ira more popular?

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

What do Iva and Ira mean?

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

Are Iva and Ira boy or girl names?

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