Emma 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

Emma Rank #2
Ira Rank #978

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #978 for Ira.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

Ira ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Ira

Vera Saul Esther Leon Clara

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Ira more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Ira at #978 in the United States.

What do Emma and Ira mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Emma and Ira boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Ira is primarily a boy name.

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