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Irving vs Smith

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
Smith Rank #1,580

Smith is more popular, ranked #1580 vs #1618 for Irving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irving or Smith more popular?

Smith is more popular, ranked #1580 compared to Irving at #1618 in the United States.

What do Irving and Smith mean?

Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin).

Are Irving and Smith boy or girl names?

Irving is primarily a boy name. Smith is primarily a boy name.

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