"Irving" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Irving is a surname of Scottish and Irish origin. It is derived from the Old English words "irv" meaning "divine" and "ing" meaning "beloved". It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who was considered to be a favorite of God or the divine. The name is most commonly associated with American author Washington Irving, who is best known for his short stories, including "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" and "Rip Van Winkle". Today, the name Irving is still used as a surname and is also used as a given name for boys.