girl name · Sanskrit origin
Ira
/ EE-rah /
Meaning
Ira means Goddess Saraswati; earth (Sanskrit).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Sanskrit
Pronunciation
EE-rah
Popularity
#1086 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Ira in the US, 1880–2025
Ira first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2025, when 222 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 222.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Ira mean?
Ira is a Sanskrit name of the goddess Saraswati, also read as “earth.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ira mean?
Ira means Goddess Saraswati; earth. Ira is a Sanskrit name of the goddess Saraswati, also read as “earth.”
What is the origin of the name Ira?
Ira is of Sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Ira?
Ira is pronounced “EE-rah.”
Is Ira a boy or a girl name?
Ira is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Ira?
In 2025, Ira ranked #1086 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Ira most popular?
Ira was most popular in 2025, when about 222 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.