Girl • Modern Tamil
Ira
இரா
Signature Meaning
Ira is a short, lyrical name used in South India and beyond. In wider Indian contexts it is often associated with meanings like "earth" and is sometimes linked to feminine divine names. In Tamil specifically, the exact origin or traditional meaning is not well documented. Its simple sound and gentle feel make it a popular choice for modern parents.
Quick Facts
Gender👧 Girl
OriginPure Tamil
Style / Category
Modern/IɾAː/
Starts with2 / I
Syllables2 syllables
Numerology (Chaldean)
Chaldean NumerologyTamil tradition
Chaldean (Tamil / Indian): Compound 4 → Root 4 (Rahu / ராகு)
I(1) + R(2) + A(1) = 4
Pythagorean (Western): Compound 19 → Root 1
Tamil baby naming and Vedic astrology traditionally follow the Chaldean system based on planetary sound vibrations.
2· Rahu (ராகு)
Pronunciation Guide
Native Tamil AudioSay it likeih-RAA
Tamil syllablesஇ-ரா
IPA pronunciationIPA is a phonetic notation used to show pronunciation precisely./iɾaː/
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Other possible spellings
This name may also be written as:
IraaEeraEeraa