Ira vs Olivia

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

Ira Rank #978
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #978 for Ira.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ira ___

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

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ira

Vera Saul Esther Leon Clara

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Ira at #978 in the United States.

What do Ira and Olivia mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Ira and Olivia boy or girl names?

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

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