Kenan vs Ira

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kenan

Boy #1,134 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"possession, acquisition"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #978 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"city of God (alternate interpretation)"

Origin: Hebrew

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Kenan Rank #1,134

Ira Rank #978

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #1134 for Kenan.

Is Kenan or Ira more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Kenan at #1134 in the United States.

What do Kenan and Ira mean?

Kenan means "possession, acquisition" (Hebrew origin). Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kenan and Ira boy or girl names?

Kenan is primarily a boy name. Ira is primarily a boy name.