Avi 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

Avi Rank #846
Ira Rank #978

Avi is more popular, ranked #846 vs #978 for Ira.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Avi ___

  • Avi James
  • Avi Cohen
  • Avi David
  • Avi Michael
  • Avi Noah
  • Avi Samuel

Ira ___

  • Ira James
  • Ira Michael
  • Ira David
  • Ira Thomas
  • Ira Elliott

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Avi

Eli Levi Maya Noa Yael

If you choose Ira

Vera Saul Esther Leon Clara

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avi or Ira more popular?

Avi is more popular, ranked #846 compared to Ira at #978 in the United States.

What do Avi and Ira mean?

Avi means "father figure, patriarch" (Hebrew origin). Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Avi and Ira boy or girl names?

Avi is primarily a boy name. Ira is primarily a boy name.

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