Ira

Unisex

Meaning

Watchful

Origin

Hebrew

Pronunciation

/ˈaɪrə/

Traits associated with the name Ira:

Ira has an exotic sound to it, representing an owner that likes to think outside of the box.

Dogs named Ira tend to be loving, good-natured, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Ira?

That you have a creative and unique sense of humor. Ira is an uncommon name for a dog, and it could suggest that you have a fondness for unusual names. It could also suggest that you have a strong connection to the name, either because of its meaning or because of a personal connection.

Is Ira a good dog name?

Ira is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Ira isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

1,339
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1,492
New York City Dog Name Database
2,823
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Ira is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Ira was, in the past month, the 3042nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Ira is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Ira was viewed 42 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Ira's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Ira is most adored in Connecticut, Ohio and California.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Nebraska, Missouri and South Carolina.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Ira.

Most popular breeds named Ira:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. Golden Retriever

Ira is found in these categories:

hipster dog names
hipster

Unconventional, nods to vintage charm and indie music legend Ira Kaplan.

old fashioned dog names
old-fashioned

Popular in the 19th century, it's now a rare canine moniker.

grumpy dog names
grumpy

Ira means wrath in Latin, perfect for a moody pooch!

cute dog names
cute

Short, sweet, and reminiscent of famed radio host Glass.

Dog names like Ira:

Daisy
Colorful, Rainbow
Bright and shiny.
The color; also a colloquialism meaning "sad"
Fortune, Luck
The name of a Scottish river; means "the keeper of the keys".
Ira dog name meaning

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