Irving vs Baron

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Popularity Comparison

Irving Rank #1,618
Baron Rank #1,510

Baron is more popular, ranked #1510 vs #1618 for Irving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irving or Baron more popular?

Baron is more popular, ranked #1510 compared to Irving at #1618 in the United States.

What do Irving and Baron mean?

Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Baron means "free man, warrior" (Old High German origin).

Are Irving and Baron boy or girl names?

Irving is primarily a boy name. Baron is primarily a boy name.

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