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Arnold vs Irving

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arnold

Boy #1,694 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"eagle power, eagle ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German English American Flemish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,694
Total SSA Count
99
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Irving

Boy #1,618 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"green river, fresh water"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Jewish-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,618
Total SSA Count
105
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Arnold Rank #1,694
Irving Rank #1,618

Irving is more popular, ranked #1618 vs #1694 for Arnold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arnold or Irving more popular?

Irving is more popular, ranked #1618 compared to Arnold at #1694 in the United States.

What do Arnold and Irving mean?

Arnold means "eagle power, eagle ruler" (Germanic origin). Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Arnold and Irving boy or girl names?

Arnold is primarily a boy name. Irving is primarily a boy name.

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