boyOld Norse

Ingvar: Meaning & Origin

Ingvar is a boy name of Old Norse origin meaning “Warrior of Ing”. It's a unique and uncommon choice for parents seeking something distinctive. With 2 syllables, it's short and easy to say.

Pronunciation

ING-var

Phonetic spelling

Popularity

20/100 Score

This name ranks in the top 80% of popular names.

Nicknames

IngieVar

Popularity Trend

Popularity Trend

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#36
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* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends

Middle Name Ideas

  • Ingvar Rune
  • Ingvar Bard
  • Ingvar Sigurd

Famous Namesakes

  • Ingvar the Far-Traveller, historical figure

Variants & Alternate Spellings of Ingvar