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Tyra vs Ira

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tyra

Girl #4,316 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"thunder goddess, feminine form of Tyr"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,316
Total SSA Count
33
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Ira

Girl #1,438 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"watchful, alert"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American Russian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,438
Total SSA Count
154
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Tyra Rank #4,316
Ira Rank #1,438

Ira is more popular, ranked #1438 vs #4316 for Tyra.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tyra or Ira more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #1438 compared to Tyra at #4316 in the United States.

What do Tyra and Ira mean?

Tyra means "thunder goddess, feminine form of Tyr" (Old Norse origin). Ira means "watchful, alert" (Hebrew origin).

Are Tyra and Ira boy or girl names?

Tyra is primarily a girl name. Ira is primarily a girl name.

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