Irvin vs Ames

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Irvin

Boy #2,081 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"green/fresh river"

Origin: Brittonic/Celtic

Scottish English American Irish

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Boy #2,018 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"friend"

Origin: Old French

American English

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Irvin Rank #2,081

Ames Rank #2,018

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 vs #2081 for Irvin.

Is Irvin or Ames more popular?

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 compared to Irvin at #2081 in the United States.

What do Irvin and Ames mean?

Irvin means "green/fresh river" (Brittonic/Celtic origin). Ames means "friend" (Old French origin).

Are Irvin and Ames boy or girl names?

Irvin is primarily a boy name. Ames is primarily a boy name.