Irving
boy name#1778 in 2025Irving entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #93 in 1911, ranks #1778 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1778
rank today
#93
peak (1911)
90
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #197 |
| 1890s | #169 |
| 1900s | #145 |
| 1910s | #105 |
| 1920s | #142 |
| 1930s | #267 |
| 1940s | #366 |
| 1950s | #477 |
| 1960s | #642 |
| 1970s | #895 |
| 1980s | #911 |
| 1990s | #814 |
| 2000s | #987 |
| 2010s | #1390 |
| 2020s | #1697 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Irving has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 12,500 people named Irving are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Irving alive today was born around 1924, making them about 101 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Irving in 2025?
- Irving ranks #1778 among US boy names in 2025, with 90 babies given the name.
- When was the name Irving most popular?
- Irving peaked in 1911, reaching #93 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Irving with classmates?
- Irving will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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