Stanley 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

Popularity Comparison

Stanley Rank #877
Ira Rank #978

Stanley is more popular, ranked #877 vs #978 for Ira.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stanley or Ira more popular?

Stanley is more popular, ranked #877 compared to Ira at #978 in the United States.

What do Stanley and Ira mean?

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

Are Stanley and Ira boy or girl names?

Stanley is primarily a boy name. Ira is primarily a boy name.

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