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Robin vs Ira

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Robin

Boy #809 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright fame"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French Dutch American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#809
Total SSA Count
310
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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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

Robin Rank #809
Ira Rank #978

Robin is more popular, ranked #809 vs #978 for Ira.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Robin or Ira more popular?

Robin is more popular, ranked #809 compared to Ira at #978 in the United States.

What do Robin and Ira mean?

Robin means "bright fame" (Germanic origin). Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Robin and Ira boy or girl names?

Robin is primarily a boy name. Ira is primarily a boy name.

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