Iverson
Iverson is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son of Ivar; derived from the Old Norse name Ívarr, meaning archer or yew warrior.
Origin and history
Iverson originates as an English and Scandinavian surname meaning 'son of Ivar'. Historically a family name, it has gained modern usage as a masculine given name in the United States, partly inspired by athletic and pop culture figures bearing the surname.
Popularity in the United States
2,138 babies in the United States have been named Iverson since 1880. It ranks #2792 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1268.
States where it is most popular
- CA (24.6 %)
- TX (20.4 %)
- NY (15.4 %)
- FL (13.7 %)
- NC (4.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 11 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 69 |
| 1920-1930 | 85 |
| 1930-1940 | 17 |
| 1940-1950 | 45 |
| 1950-1960 | 33 |
| 1960-1970 | 20 |
| 1970-1980 | 20 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 62 |
| 2000-2010 | 577 |
| 2010-2019 | 494 |
| 2020-2029 | 700 |
Fun facts
- The name originally developed as a patronymic surname in England and Scandinavia, indicating lineage from a father named Ivar.
- In the United States, Iverson has seen increased adoption as a given name in recent decades.