Oswald vs Irvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oswald

Boy #2,124 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"divine power, God's rule"

Origin: Old English os weald

English German American

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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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Oswald Rank #2,124

Irvin Rank #2,081

Irvin is more popular, ranked #2081 vs #2124 for Oswald.

Is Oswald or Irvin more popular?

Irvin is more popular, ranked #2081 compared to Oswald at #2124 in the United States.

What do Oswald and Irvin mean?

Oswald means "divine power, God's rule" (Old English os weald origin). Irvin means "green/fresh river" (Brittonic/Celtic origin).

Are Oswald and Irvin boy or girl names?

Oswald is primarily a boy name. Irvin is primarily a boy name.