Irving
Irving is a boy's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Green water or fresh water.
Origin and history
Irving originated as a Scottish surname derived from a place name and river in Scotland, meaning 'green water'. It became a well-established given name in the English-speaking world during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, it remains a classic traditional choice in the United States, though used less frequently than in decades past.
Popularity in the United States
44,364 babies in the United States have been named Irving since 1880. It ranks #541 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1362.
States where it is most popular
- NY (40.9 %)
- CA (7.6 %)
- IL (6.6 %)
- NJ (5.7 %)
- MA (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 654 |
| 1890-1900 | 903 |
| 1900-1910 | 1,524 |
| 1910-1920 | 10,737 |
| 1920-1930 | 11,898 |
| 1930-1940 | 4,239 |
| 1940-1950 | 2,933 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,403 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,466 |
| 1970-1980 | 883 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,204 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,928 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,770 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,240 |
| 2020-2029 | 582 |
Famous people named Irving
- Irving Berlin: Composer, Songwriter
- Irving Stone: Author, Biographer
- Irving Thalberg: Film Producer, Executive
Nicknames
Irv, Irvie
Fun facts
- Irving originated as a Scottish place name along the River Irvine before evolving into a surname and later a popular first name.
- The name reached its peak popularity in the United States during the early 1900s, often associated with prominent figures in arts and entertainment.