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Haven vs Irving

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Haven

Boy #1,482 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"safe harbor, place of refuge"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,482
Total SSA Count
122
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

Haven Rank #1,482
Irving Rank #1,618

Haven is more popular, ranked #1482 vs #1618 for Irving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Haven or Irving more popular?

Haven is more popular, ranked #1482 compared to Irving at #1618 in the United States.

What do Haven and Irving mean?

Haven means "safe harbor, place of refuge" (Old English origin). Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Haven and Irving boy or girl names?

Haven is primarily a boy name. Irving is primarily a boy name.

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