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Marlow vs Ira

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ira

Boy #978 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"city of God (alternate interpretation)"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#978
Total SSA Count
230
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Marlow Rank #2,491
Ira Rank #978

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #2491 for Marlow.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marlow or Ira more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Marlow at #2491 in the United States.

What do Marlow and Ira mean?

Marlow means "lake meadow" (Old English origin). Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Marlow and Ira boy or girl names?

Marlow is primarily a boy name. Ira is primarily a boy name.

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