Irving. Irvin as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Irving. Irvin

What is the meaning of the name Irving. Irvin ?

The baby name Irving. Irvin is a unisex name 2 syllables long and is pronounced UR-vin.

Irving. Irvin is Gaelic in Origin.

Irving is a name of Scottish origin, meaning "green water" or "fresh water". It is derived from the Gaelic words "iar" meaning "fresh" and "abhainn" meaning "water". The name was first recorded in the 12th century as "Irwyn" and later evolved into "Irving". It was popularized in the 19th century by the American author Washington Irving, who wrote "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" and "Rip Van Winkle".

Irving is a unisex name, but it is more commonly used for boys. It is pronounced as "UR-ving" or "ER-ving". The name has been used by several notable figures, including Irving Berlin, the American composer and lyricist, and Irving Thalberg, the American film producer.

The name Irving is composed of two elements: "ir" meaning "fresh" and "vin" meaning "water". The name has a strong connection to nature and is often associated with purity and freshness. It has a timeless quality and has remained popular throughout the years.