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Irving vs Lenox

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

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Lenox

Boy #1,555 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"elm grove"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,555
Total SSA Count
112
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Irving Rank #1,618
Lenox Rank #1,555

Lenox is more popular, ranked #1555 vs #1618 for Irving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irving or Lenox more popular?

Lenox is more popular, ranked #1555 compared to Irving at #1618 in the United States.

What do Irving and Lenox mean?

Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Lenox means "elm grove" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Irving and Lenox boy or girl names?

Irving is primarily a boy name. Lenox is primarily a boy name.

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