Baron vs Irving

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Baron

Boy #1,510 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"free man, warrior"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,510
Total SSA Count
118
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Baron Rank #1,510
Irving Rank #1,618

Baron is more popular, ranked #1510 vs #1618 for Irving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Baron or Irving more popular?

Baron is more popular, ranked #1510 compared to Irving at #1618 in the United States.

What do Baron and Irving mean?

Baron means "free man, warrior" (Old High German origin). Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Baron and Irving boy or girl names?

Baron is primarily a boy name. Irving is primarily a boy name.

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