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Lowell 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

Lowell Rank #3,754
Irving Rank #1,618

Irving is more popular, ranked #1618 vs #3754 for Lowell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lowell or Irving more popular?

Irving is more popular, ranked #1618 compared to Lowell at #3754 in the United States.

What do Lowell and Irving mean?

Lowell means "young wolf" (Old French origin). Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Lowell and Irving boy or girl names?

Lowell is primarily a boy name. Irving is primarily a boy name.

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