Zephyr 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

Zephyr Rank #1,135
Ira Rank #978

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #1135 for Zephyr.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zephyr or Ira more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Zephyr at #1135 in the United States.

What do Zephyr and Ira mean?

Zephyr means "west wind" (Greek origin). Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Zephyr and Ira boy or girl names?

Zephyr is primarily a boy name. Ira is primarily a boy name.

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