Ira vs Theodore

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

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Popularity Comparison

Ira Rank #978
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ira

Vera Saul Esther Leon Clara

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ira or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Ira at #978 in the United States.

What do Ira and Theodore mean?

Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Ira and Theodore boy or girl names?

Ira is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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