Ira
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Name — A male given name of Hebrew origin, mostly used in America, meaning "watchful."
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Etymology
From a Hebrew name עִירָא ('ira), from a word meaning "watchful".
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What does “Ira” mean?
The word “Ira” means a male given name of Hebrew origin, mostly used in America, meaning "watchful.".
How do you pronounce “Ira”?
“Ira” is pronounced EYE-ruh (/ˈaɪɹə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Ira” in a sentence?
Here is “Ira” used in a sentence: “Ira Gershwin was a celebrated American lyricist.”
What part of speech is “Ira”?
“Ira” is a name.
Is “Ira” a common word?
“Ira” is a fairly common word in modern English.
Is Ira a boy's or girl's name?
Ira is traditionally a male given name, though names of this form occasionally cross over to female use in some cultures. In American usage it is most commonly given to boys.
Is Ira a common first name in America?
Ira has been used in America for generations, though it is less common today than in earlier eras. It is often associated with Jewish-American naming traditions.