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Stephan 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

Stephan Rank #1,726
Irving Rank #1,618

Irving is more popular, ranked #1618 vs #1726 for Stephan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stephan or Irving more popular?

Irving is more popular, ranked #1618 compared to Stephan at #1726 in the United States.

What do Stephan and Irving mean?

Stephan means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin). Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Stephan and Irving boy or girl names?

Stephan is primarily a boy name. Irving is primarily a boy name.

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