Irving vs Milton

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
Milton Rank #1,429

Milton is more popular, ranked #1429 vs #1618 for Irving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irving or Milton more popular?

Milton is more popular, ranked #1429 compared to Irving at #1618 in the United States.

What do Irving and Milton mean?

Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Milton means "mill town, settlement by the mill" (Old English origin).

Are Irving and Milton boy or girl names?

Irving is primarily a boy name. Milton is primarily a boy name.

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