Irvin is a name of American origin, derived from the Old German word 'Erikin', which means 'home ruler'. It is a variant spelling of Erwin, and has been used as both a given name and surname throughout history. Irvin gained popularity in the United States during the late 19th to mid-20th century, peaking at its highest usage between 1915 and 1930. Today, it is still considered a classic American name, carrying with it a timeless and somewhat vintage charm.
The name Irvin experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years with a total of 75 births recorded between 1916 and 1988. The peak years for the name were 1921 and 1951, each with 11 births. However, there was also a significant gap from 1932 to 1951 with no births recorded in those years.