Irwin

Boy's name

Irwin is of Old English origin, derived from the elements "ir" meaning "boar" and "wine" meaning "friend."

Meaning Boar friend
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 17
Peak year 1925

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Irwin Allen - Film producer known for disaster movies.
  • Irwin Shaw - Author of novels and short stories.
  • Irwin Winkler - Film producer of Rocky and Goodfellas.
  • Irwin Keyes - Actor in horror and comedy films.
  • Irwin Cotler - Canadian politician and human rights advocate.
  • Irwin Stelzer - Economist and columnist for The Sunday Times.
  • Irwin Rose - Biochemist and Nobel laureate in Chemistry.
  • Irwin Corey - Comedian known for his eccentric humor.
  • Irwin Kostal - Composer and arranger for film musicals.
  • Irwin Hasen - Comic book artist known for Dondi and Wildcat.

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