Ira Bracey

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ira Bracey — Greek
53K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ira Bracey is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Ira is a masculine given name of Greek origin. Ira ( or or ) is a unisex given name. As a Sanskrit male name, its meaning is that of the wind god, Vayu. As a female name its meaning is "the Earth". She is daughter of Daksha Prajapati and is wife of Kashyapa Maharishi and she is mother of plants, creepers and trees. In short she is the mother of all vegetation. In Belarusian, Russian and Ukrainian, Ira () is a female given name, a diminutive of Iryna. In Finland, Ira is a female given name, a version of the name of the Greek goddess Hera, Ήρα, queen of the gods and wife of Zeus. The surname Bracey: Andrew Bracey (born 1978), British artist Bonnie Bracey, American teacher Bryan Bracey (born 1978), American retired basketball player Christopher Bracey (born 1970), American lawyer and professor Claude Bracey (1909–1940), American sprinter Frederick Bracey (1887–1960), English cricketer Gerald Bracey (1940–2009), American education policy researcher Ishmon Bracey (1901–1970), American blues musician Keith Bracey (1915/1916–2010), New Zealand television presenter Ken Bracey (1937–2017), American minor league baseball player and manager Kim Bracey, American politician Lee Bracey (born 1968), E. Ira is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 53K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Ira reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Ira

Greek

Ira ( or or ) is a unisex given name. As a Sanskrit male name, its meaning is that of the wind god, Vayu. As a female name its meaning is "the Earth". She is daughter of Daksha Prajapati and is wife of Kashyapa Maharishi and she is mother of plants, creepers and trees. In short she is the mother of all vegetation. In Belarusian, Russian and Ukrainian, Ira () is a female given name, a diminutive of Iryna. In Finland, Ira is a female given name, a version of the name of the Greek goddess Hera, Ήρα, queen of the gods and wife of Zeus.

Surname: Bracey

English

Andrew Bracey (born 1978), British artist Bonnie Bracey, American teacher Bryan Bracey (born 1978), American retired basketball player Christopher Bracey (born 1970), American lawyer and professor Claude Bracey (1909–1940), American sprinter Frederick Bracey (1887–1960), English cricketer Gerald Bracey (1940–2009), American education policy researcher Ishmon Bracey (1901–1970), American blues musician Keith Bracey (1915/1916–2010), New Zealand television presenter Ken Bracey (1937–2017), American minor league baseball player and manager Kim Bracey, American politician Lee Bracey (born 1968), E.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Ira is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 13%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Ira by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Ira Bracey

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Ira Bracey:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Ira?
The first name Ira originates from Greek. Ira ( or or ) is a unisex given name. As a Sanskrit male name, its meaning is that of the wind god, Vayu. As a female name its meaning is "the Earth". She is daughter of Daksha Prajapati and is wife of Kashyapa Maharishi and she is mother of plants, creepers and trees. In short she is the mother of all vegetation. In Belarusian, Russian and Ukrainian, Ira () is a female given name, a diminutive of Iryna. In Finland, Ira is a female given name, a version of the name of the Greek goddess Hera, Ήρα, queen of the gods and wife of Zeus.
When was Ira most popular?
The name Ira reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bracey?
The surname Bracey originates from English. Andrew Bracey (born 1978), British artist Bonnie Bracey, American teacher Bryan Bracey (born 1978), American retired basketball player Christopher Bracey (born 1970), American lawyer and professor Claude Bracey (1909–1940), American sprinter Frederick Bracey (1887–1960), English cricketer Gerald Bracey (1940–2009), American education policy researcher Ishmon Bracey (1901–1970), American blues musician Keith Bracey (1915/1916–2010), New Zealand television presenter Ken Bracey (1937–2017), American minor league baseball player and manager Kim Bracey, American politician Lee Bracey (born 1968), E.
What are the origins of the name Ira Bracey?
The name Ira Bracey combines two different traditions: the first name Ira has Greek roots, while the surname Bracey originates from English.
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