Irvin vs Theophilus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Irvin

Boy #2,081 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"green/fresh river"

Origin: Brittonic/Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,081
Total SSA Count
72
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Irv, Erv

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Irvin Rank #2,081
Theophilus Rank #2,216

Irvin is more popular, ranked #2081 vs #2216 for Theophilus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Irvin ___

  • Irvin James
  • Irvin Lee
  • Irvin Dale
  • Irvin Wayne
  • Irvin Ray
  • Irvin Dean

Theophilus ___

  • Theophilus James
  • Theophilus Alexander
  • Theophilus Charles
  • Theophilus Edward
  • Theophilus Augustus
  • Theophilus William

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Irvin

Eugene Harold Gloria Mildred Walter

If you choose Theophilus

Bartholomew Cornelius Theodora Octavia Maximilian

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irvin or Theophilus more popular?

Irvin is more popular, ranked #2081 compared to Theophilus at #2216 in the United States.

What do Irvin and Theophilus mean?

Irvin means "green/fresh river" (Brittonic/Celtic origin). Theophilus means "friend of God, beloved by God" (Greek origin).

Are Irvin and Theophilus boy or girl names?

Irvin is primarily a boy name. Theophilus is primarily a boy name.

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