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Irving vs Mars

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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Popularity Comparison

Irving Rank #1,618
Mars Rank #1,455

Mars is more popular, ranked #1455 vs #1618 for Irving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irving or Mars more popular?

Mars is more popular, ranked #1455 compared to Irving at #1618 in the United States.

What do Irving and Mars mean?

Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Mars means "god of war" (Latin/Roman origin).

Are Irving and Mars boy or girl names?

Irving is primarily a boy name. Mars is primarily a boy name.

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