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Wave vs Irie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Irie

Boy #3,388 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"powerful, excellent, good feeling"

Origin: Jamaican Patois

Cultural Roots

Jamaican Rastafarian Caribbean American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,388
Total SSA Count
34
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Wave Rank #3,245
Irie Rank #3,388

Wave is more popular, ranked #3245 vs #3388 for Irie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wave or Irie more popular?

Wave is more popular, ranked #3245 compared to Irie at #3388 in the United States.

What do Wave and Irie mean?

Wave means "ocean wave, moving water" (English origin). Irie means "powerful, excellent, good feeling" (Jamaican Patois origin).

Are Wave and Irie boy or girl names?

Wave is primarily a boy name. Irie is primarily a boy name.

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