Yakov vs Ira

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Yakov

Boy #1,227 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"one who supplants, heel-grabber"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #978 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"city of God (alternate interpretation)"

Origin: Hebrew

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Yakov Rank #1,227

Ira Rank #978

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #1227 for Yakov.

Is Yakov or Ira more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Yakov at #1227 in the United States.

What do Yakov and Ira mean?

Yakov means "one who supplants, heel-grabber" (Hebrew origin). Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Yakov and Ira boy or girl names?

Yakov is primarily a boy name. Ira is primarily a boy name.