Irwin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationUR-win / /ˈɪr.wɪn/English; Irish
Meaning
English: sea friend; Irish: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Irwin has roots in both English and Irish cultures. In English, it is derived from the Old English elements 'ir' meaning 'iron' and 'win' meaning 'friend'. In Irish, it is often associated with nobility and has been used as a surname before becoming a given name. The name has seen varying levels of popularity over the years.
Trend Summary
The name Irwin has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Erwin
- Irwyn
International Variants
- Irvin (Scottish)
- Irvinus (Latin)
Famous people named Irwin
Irwin Allen was an American film and television producer known for creating disaster films.
Irwin Rommel was a German field marshal during World War II, often referred to as the 'Desert Fox'.
Irwin Schiff was an American author and tax protester known for his views on income tax.
Irwin Goodman was a Finnish singer and songwriter famous for his contributions to Finnish music.
Fictional characters named Irwin
Irwin the Alien is a character from the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his quirky personality.
Irwin is a character in the 'The Irwin Family' series, showcasing the adventures of the Irwin family in wildlife conservation.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Irwin was first seen in the United States in 1880. Irwin has ranked as high as #486 nationally, which occurred in 1925, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, California, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Irwin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Irwin (2020)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 22 |
1881 | 28 |
1882 | 20 |
1883 | 28 |
1884 | 34 |
1885 | 12 |
1886 | 18 |
1887 | 21 |
1888 | 18 |
1889 | 22 |
1890 | 17 |
1891 | 14 |
1892 | 23 |
1893 | 20 |
1894 | 21 |
1895 | 39 |
1896 | 27 |
1897 | 33 |
1898 | 38 |
1899 | 26 |
1900 | 32 |
1901 | 24 |
1902 | 23 |
1903 | 24 |
1904 | 40 |
1905 | 30 |
1906 | 38 |
1907 | 30 |
1908 | 43 |
1909 | 53 |
1910 | 49 |
1911 | 56 |
1912 | 126 |
1913 | 125 |
1914 | 187 |
1915 | 261 |
1916 | 244 |
1917 | 254 |
1918 | 292 |
1919 | 308 |
1920 | 333 |
1921 | 329 |
1922 | 362 |
1923 | 406 |
1924 | 487 |
1925 | 527 |
1926 | 463 |
1927 | 519 |
1928 | 508 |
1929 | 499 |
1930 | 486 |
1931 | 468 |
1932 | 399 |
1933 | 368 |
1934 | 364 |
1935 | 382 |
1936 | 368 |
1937 | 289 |
1938 | 233 |
1939 | 245 |
1940 | 229 |
1941 | 207 |
1942 | 232 |
1943 | 187 |
1944 | 168 |
1945 | 186 |
1946 | 175 |
1947 | 179 |
1948 | 150 |
1949 | 138 |
1950 | 146 |
1951 | 144 |
1952 | 139 |
1953 | 113 |
1954 | 120 |
1955 | 107 |
1956 | 104 |
1957 | 100 |
1958 | 81 |
1959 | 85 |
1960 | 87 |
1961 | 88 |
1962 | 56 |
1963 | 66 |
1964 | 65 |
1965 | 57 |
1966 | 44 |
1967 | 34 |
1968 | 38 |
1969 | 41 |
1970 | 34 |
1971 | 31 |
1972 | 19 |
1973 | 28 |
1974 | 32 |
1975 | 29 |
1976 | 26 |
1977 | 22 |
1978 | 17 |
1979 | 26 |
1980 | 30 |
1981 | 32 |
1982 | 21 |
1983 | 23 |
1984 | 40 |
1985 | 30 |
1986 | 19 |
1987 | 21 |
1988 | 43 |
1989 | 50 |
1990 | 44 |
1991 | 61 |
1992 | 56 |
1993 | 44 |
1994 | 34 |
1995 | 37 |
1996 | 41 |
1997 | 32 |
1998 | 35 |
1999 | 36 |
2000 | 38 |
2001 | 36 |
2002 | 43 |
2003 | 36 |
2004 | 40 |
2005 | 30 |
2006 | 44 |
2007 | 47 |
2008 | 32 |
2009 | 18 |
2010 | 25 |
2011 | 27 |
2012 | 26 |
2013 | 9 |
2014 | 12 |
2015 | 18 |
2016 | 16 |
2017 | 12 |
2018 | 20 |
2019 | 20 |
2020 | 19 |
2021 | 16 |
2022 | 13 |
2023 | 6 |
2024 | 17 |