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Eddy vs Irving

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eddy

Boy #1,527 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Belgian Dutch Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,527
Total SSA Count
115
Syllables
2
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

Eddy Rank #1,527
Irving Rank #1,618

Eddy is more popular, ranked #1527 vs #1618 for Irving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eddy or Irving more popular?

Eddy is more popular, ranked #1527 compared to Irving at #1618 in the United States.

What do Eddy and Irving mean?

Eddy means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin). Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Eddy and Irving boy or girl names?

Eddy is primarily a boy name. Irving is primarily a boy name.

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