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Slade 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

Slade Rank #1,054
Ira Rank #978

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #1054 for Slade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Slade or Ira more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Slade at #1054 in the United States.

What do Slade and Ira mean?

Slade means "valley, dell" (Old English origin). Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Slade and Ira boy or girl names?

Slade is primarily a boy name. Ira is primarily a boy name.

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