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Irvin vs Dan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Irvin

Boy #2,081 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"green/fresh river"

Origin: Brittonic/Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,081
Total SSA Count
72
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Dan

Boy #1,931 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"judge"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Hebrew American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,931
Total SSA Count
82
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Irvin Rank #2,081
Dan Rank #1,931

Dan is more popular, ranked #1931 vs #2081 for Irvin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irvin or Dan more popular?

Dan is more popular, ranked #1931 compared to Irvin at #2081 in the United States.

What do Irvin and Dan mean?

Irvin means "green/fresh river" (Brittonic/Celtic origin). Dan means "judge" (Hebrew origin).

Are Irvin and Dan boy or girl names?

Irvin is primarily a boy name. Dan is primarily a boy name.

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