Irving vs Kent

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
Kent Rank #1,636

Irving is more popular, ranked #1618 vs #1636 for Kent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irving or Kent more popular?

Irving is more popular, ranked #1618 compared to Kent at #1636 in the United States.

What do Irving and Kent mean?

Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Kent means "coastal land, border land" (Celtic origin).

Are Irving and Kent boy or girl names?

Irving is primarily a boy name. Kent is primarily a boy name.

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