Ingeborg Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ingeborg is an Old Norse name meaning 'the fortress of Ing'. It has evolved through various forms in Scandinavian languages and is associated with strength and protection. It has no biblical relevance but has historical significance in Nordic culture and royal lineage.
The name Ingeborg is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ingeborg has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast. Across generations, 'Ingeborg' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1852nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2443rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5919th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10755th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Ingeborg' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ingeborg"
Pronunciation
/ˈɪŋɡəˌbɔːrɡ/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
The name Ingeborg is derived from the Old Norse elements 'Ing', referring to the god of fertility and peace, and 'borg', meaning 'fortress' or 'protection'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'the fortress of Ing' or 'Ing's protection'.
Meaning
the fortress of Ing
Language Evolution
Ingeborg (Old Norse), Ingeborg (Old Swedish), Ingeborg (Modern Swedish and Norwegian)
Historical Usage
Ingeborg gained popularity in Scandinavia during the Viking Age and was commonly used among royal families and nobility. It has remained a traditional name in Nordic countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Inga, Borg, Ingeborgina
Modern Popularity & Image
Ingeborg is still recognized and used in Scandinavian countries, often associated with traditional values and heritage. It is perceived as a strong and classic name.
Famous People
Ingeborg Bachmann (Austrian poet and author), Princess Ingeborg of Sweden (Swedish royal), Ingeborg of Norway (Queen consort)
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 31 peak births in 1930
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ingeborg"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ingeborg"
"Ingeborg" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1852nd of 9107 | 361 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2443rd of 9204 | 232 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5919th of 12526 | 78 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10755th of 19264 | 38 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Ingeborg" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Ingeborg" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
74.29% 1052nd/1416 |
73.75% 1017th/1379 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
93.21% 1441st/1546 |
58.29% 907th/1556 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Ingeborg"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ingeborg" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.