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Jonathon vs Irving

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

Jonathon Rank #1,547
Irving Rank #1,618

Jonathon is more popular, ranked #1547 vs #1618 for Irving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jonathon or Irving more popular?

Jonathon is more popular, ranked #1547 compared to Irving at #1618 in the United States.

What do Jonathon and Irving mean?

Jonathon means "God has given, gift of God" (Hebrew (Yonatan: YHWH + natan) origin). Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Jonathon and Irving boy or girl names?

Jonathon is primarily a boy name. Irving is primarily a boy name.

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