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Wesson 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

Wesson Rank #953
Ira Rank #978

Wesson is more popular, ranked #953 vs #978 for Ira.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wesson or Ira more popular?

Wesson is more popular, ranked #953 compared to Ira at #978 in the United States.

What do Wesson and Ira mean?

Wesson means "western town" (Old English origin). Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Wesson and Ira boy or girl names?

Wesson is primarily a boy name. Ira is primarily a boy name.

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