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Kyra vs Ira

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kyra

Girl #722 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lord, master"

Origin: Greek kyrios

Cultural Roots

English Irish Persian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#722
Total SSA Count
389
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Kyra Rank #722
Ira Rank #1,438

Kyra is more popular, ranked #722 vs #1438 for Ira.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kyra or Ira more popular?

Kyra is more popular, ranked #722 compared to Ira at #1438 in the United States.

What do Kyra and Ira mean?

Kyra means "lord, master" (Greek kyrios origin). Ira means "watchful, alert" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kyra and Ira boy or girl names?

Kyra is primarily a girl name. Ira is primarily a girl name.

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