Vernon 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

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Popularity Comparison

Vernon Rank #1,557
Irving Rank #1,618

Vernon is more popular, ranked #1557 vs #1618 for Irving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vernon or Irving more popular?

Vernon is more popular, ranked #1557 compared to Irving at #1618 in the United States.

What do Vernon and Irving mean?

Vernon means "alder grove" (Gaulish/Norman French origin). Irving means "green river, fresh water" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Vernon and Irving boy or girl names?

Vernon is primarily a boy name. Irving is primarily a boy name.

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