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Sharlene 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

Sharlene Rank #17,166
Ira Rank #978

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #17166 for Sharlene.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sharlene or Ira more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Sharlene at #17166 in the United States.

What do Sharlene and Ira mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Sharlene and Ira boy or girl names?

Sharlene is primarily a girl name. Ira is primarily a boy name.

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