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Irving vs Steve

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
Steve Rank #1,693

Irving is more popular, ranked #1618 vs #1693 for Steve.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irving or Steve more popular?

Irving is more popular, ranked #1618 compared to Steve at #1693 in the United States.

What do Irving and Steve mean?

Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Steve means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin).

Are Irving and Steve boy or girl names?

Irving is primarily a boy name. Steve is primarily a boy name.

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