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Kip vs Irving

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kip

Boy #1,457 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"pointed hill"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,457
Total SSA Count
124
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Kip Rank #1,457
Irving Rank #1,618

Kip is more popular, ranked #1457 vs #1618 for Irving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kip or Irving more popular?

Kip is more popular, ranked #1457 compared to Irving at #1618 in the United States.

What do Kip and Irving mean?

Kip means "pointed hill" (Middle English origin). Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Kip and Irving boy or girl names?

Kip is primarily a boy name. Irving is primarily a boy name.

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