Irvin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationUR-vin / /ˈɜrvɪn/English; Irish
Meaning
English: sea friend; Irish: green
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Irvin has roots in both English and Irish cultures. In English, it is derived from the Old English name 'Irvine,' which is associated with a river in Scotland. The Irish variant is linked to the word for green, reflecting the lush landscapes of Ireland. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, often associated with nobility and land ownership.
Trend Summary
The name Irvin has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Irving
International Variants
- Irvin (Spanish)
- Irving (Scottish)
Famous people named Irvin
Irvin D. Yalom is an American psychiatrist and author known for his contributions to existential psychotherapy.
Irvin S. Cobb was an American author and humorist recognized for his writings in the early 20th century.
Irvin Kershner was an American film director best known for directing 'Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back.'.
Irvin Berlin was a famous American composer and lyricist, known for songs like 'White Christmas.'.
Fictional characters named Irvin
Irvin is a character in the video game series 'Fire Emblem,' known for his role as a skilled archer.
Irvin is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' known for his quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Irvin was first seen in the United States in 1880. Irvin has ranked as high as #382 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, California, Texas, Illinois, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Irvin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Irvin (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 16 | |
TX | 16 | |
PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 86 |
1881 | 88 |
1882 | 66 |
1883 | 73 |
1884 | 86 |
1885 | 91 |
1886 | 71 |
1887 | 55 |
1888 | 78 |
1889 | 76 |
1890 | 82 |
1891 | 73 |
1892 | 85 |
1893 | 88 |
1894 | 90 |
1895 | 65 |
1896 | 79 |
1897 | 75 |
1898 | 79 |
1899 | 73 |
1900 | 118 |
1901 | 88 |
1902 | 91 |
1903 | 95 |
1904 | 107 |
1905 | 87 |
1906 | 88 |
1907 | 120 |
1908 | 104 |
1909 | 109 |
1910 | 137 |
1911 | 164 |
1912 | 344 |
1913 | 422 |
1914 | 491 |
1915 | 681 |
1916 | 724 |
1917 | 734 |
1918 | 798 |
1919 | 764 |
1920 | 775 |
1921 | 789 |
1922 | 718 |
1923 | 817 |
1924 | 763 |
1925 | 707 |
1926 | 675 |
1927 | 669 |
1928 | 687 |
1929 | 646 |
1930 | 598 |
1931 | 547 |
1932 | 518 |
1933 | 446 |
1934 | 471 |
1935 | 475 |
1936 | 443 |
1937 | 455 |
1938 | 414 |
1939 | 393 |
1940 | 409 |
1941 | 392 |
1942 | 445 |
1943 | 417 |
1944 | 380 |
1945 | 351 |
1946 | 366 |
1947 | 397 |
1948 | 358 |
1949 | 378 |
1950 | 371 |
1951 | 370 |
1952 | 391 |
1953 | 332 |
1954 | 350 |
1955 | 349 |
1956 | 355 |
1957 | 301 |
1958 | 280 |
1959 | 272 |
1960 | 300 |
1961 | 254 |
1962 | 262 |
1963 | 246 |
1964 | 205 |
1965 | 223 |
1966 | 161 |
1967 | 153 |
1968 | 159 |
1969 | 162 |
1970 | 160 |
1971 | 149 |
1972 | 116 |
1973 | 145 |
1974 | 122 |
1975 | 97 |
1976 | 96 |
1977 | 93 |
1978 | 109 |
1979 | 101 |
1980 | 106 |
1981 | 113 |
1982 | 75 |
1983 | 104 |
1984 | 86 |
1985 | 92 |
1986 | 87 |
1987 | 143 |
1988 | 328 |
1989 | 267 |
1990 | 270 |
1991 | 407 |
1992 | 353 |
1993 | 277 |
1994 | 261 |
1995 | 294 |
1996 | 291 |
1997 | 298 |
1998 | 274 |
1999 | 265 |
2000 | 272 |
2001 | 282 |
2002 | 297 |
2003 | 323 |
2004 | 307 |
2005 | 366 |
2006 | 341 |
2007 | 316 |
2008 | 320 |
2009 | 291 |
2010 | 219 |
2011 | 249 |
2012 | 194 |
2013 | 148 |
2014 | 142 |
2015 | 113 |
2016 | 107 |
2017 | 122 |
2018 | 127 |
2019 | 100 |
2020 | 82 |
2021 | 90 |
2022 | 88 |
2023 | 73 |
2024 | 72 |