Ivar
Ivar is a boy's name of Norse origin.
Meaning
Bow warrior or yew tree warrior.
Origin and history
Ivar is a traditional Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse elements meaning 'bow warrior' or 'yew army'. Historically rooted in Northern Europe, it has gained renewed interest in the United States in recent years. It remains a relatively rare but recognizable choice among modern American parents.
Popularity in the United States
1,468 babies in the United States have been named Ivar since 1880. It ranks #3262 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1293.
States where it is most popular
- CA (28.9 %)
- TX (24.9 %)
- FL (7.6 %)
- NY (7.6 %)
- PA (6.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 109 |
| 1920-1930 | 114 |
| 1930-1940 | 84 |
| 1940-1950 | 33 |
| 1950-1960 | 45 |
| 1960-1970 | 45 |
| 1970-1980 | 36 |
| 1980-1990 | 10 |
| 1990-2000 | 6 |
| 2000-2010 | 48 |
| 2010-2019 | 260 |
| 2020-2029 | 668 |
Famous people named Ivar
- Ivar Giaever: Physicist, Nobel Laureate
- Ivar Kreuger: Financier, Entrepreneur
Fun facts
- The element 'ýr' refers to the yew tree, which was traditionally used by Norse warriors to craft longbows.
- Ivar the Boneless was a famed 9th-century Viking leader who led the Great Heathen Army in England.