Ira Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Ira Name at a Glance

Name	Ira
Meaning	Watchman; making bare; pouring out
Origin	Biblical
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Ira Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Ira means “Watchman; making bare; pouring out”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Ira Name Origin

Our database records Ira under Biblical origin. Browse more Biblical baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Ira a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Ira is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Ira

When considering Ira for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.