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Irvin

Boy name · 6 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Irvin: 6 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2007.

Irvin is a Scottish surname turned first name, derived from the place name Irvine in Ayrshire. The name likely comes from a Celtic river name meaning "green water" or "fresh water," with early references to the River Irvine. One of its most famous bearers was the American author and humorist Irvin S. Cobb, whose witty columns and short stories made him a household name in the early 20th century. Film director Irvin Kershner also brought the name to prominence, directing the beloved Star Wars sequel The Empire Strikes Back

Boy 2 of 52 years

Peak year
20073 babies
Latest (2009)
#6263 babies
Total births
6since 2007
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2007 · 3
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).