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Chad vs Irving

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chad

Boy #1,812 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"warrior, battle"

Origin: Old English/Brythonic

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,812
Total SSA Count
90
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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

Chad Rank #1,812
Irving Rank #1,618

Irving is more popular, ranked #1618 vs #1812 for Chad.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chad or Irving more popular?

Irving is more popular, ranked #1618 compared to Chad at #1812 in the United States.

What do Chad and Irving mean?

Chad means "warrior, battle" (Old English/Brythonic origin). Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Chad and Irving boy or girl names?

Chad is primarily a boy name. Irving is primarily a boy name.

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