The nameIngvar
Ingvar is a Scandinavian boy's name. It was given in Norway mostly in the early 1950s.
- Boy's name
- Scandinavian
Meaning
Ingvar comes from the Old Norse Yngvi, another name of the god Freyr, and herr, "army".
Origin
Scandinavian.
History
The name peaked in Norway in the early 1950s. It remains very rare in France and in English-speaking countries.
Did you know?
- The Swede Ingvar Kamprad founded IKEA in 1943, aged 17. The name combines his initials with those of his farm and village.
Famous people named Ingvar
- Ingvar Kamprad, founder of IKEA
Popularity of the name Ingvar
Ingvar in Norway
507thmost popular boys' name in Norway in 2025
1951peak year (46 births)
948babies named Ingvar in Norway since 1945
Ingvar was most popular in Norway in the 1950s, with 300 births over the decade, 32% of all recorded babies named Ingvar. Half of all babies named Ingvar in Norway were born before 1959, so it is mostly a grandparents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ingvar mean?
Ingvar comes from the Old Norse Yngvi, another name of the god Freyr, and herr, "army".
What is the origin of the name Ingvar?
Scandinavian.
Is Ingvar a girl's or a boy's name?
Ingvar is a boy's name.
Who are famous people named Ingvar?
Ingvar Kamprad, founder of IKEA.