Marlin vs Irvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marlin

Boy #1,945 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"little hawk"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #2,081 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"green/fresh river"

Origin: Brittonic/Celtic

Scottish English American Irish

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Marlin Rank #1,945

Irvin Rank #2,081

Marlin is more popular, ranked #1945 vs #2081 for Irvin.

Is Marlin or Irvin more popular?

Marlin is more popular, ranked #1945 compared to Irvin at #2081 in the United States.

What do Marlin and Irvin mean?

Marlin means "little hawk" (Germanic origin). Irvin means "green/fresh river" (Brittonic/Celtic origin).

Are Marlin and Irvin boy or girl names?

Marlin is primarily a boy name. Irvin is primarily a boy name.