Irwin

Pronunciation: [ ERW-uhn ]

Boy Name #5,482 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Irwin is a boy name, recorded for 17 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced ERW-uhn.

Parents who love the name Irwin often also consider Irene, Irma, Ira .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #5,482
Total SSA Count: 17

Nicknames

Irw Iry Irwie

Also a Girl Name

Irwin is also used as a girl name, ranked #23851.

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Irene Irma Ira Iris Irena Ira Irvin Irving

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Frequently Asked Questions About Irwin

Is Irwin a boy or girl name?

Irwin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #5482. As a girl name, it is ranked #23851. Irwin is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Irwin?

Irwin is pronounced ERW-uhn.

How popular is the name Irwin?

Irwin is currently ranked #5482 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Irwin?

Common nicknames for Irwin include Irw, Iry, and Irwie.

Is Irwin a common or rare name?

Irwin is an uncommon name, ranked #5482 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Irwin

Irwin is a boy name .

Is Irwin a boy or girl name? Irwin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #5,482 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #23,851. Irwin is more commonly used as a boy name.

Irwin is currently ranked #5,482 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Irwin include Irw, Iry, and Irwie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.