Trygve Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Trygve is an Old Norse name meaning 'trustworthy' or 'reliable.' It evolved from the Old Norse 'Tryggvi' and has historical roots in Scandinavian culture. The name is associated with traits of dependability and strength, and while it does not have a biblical background, it has gained popularity in Norway since the Viking Age.
The name Trygve is most popular in North Dakota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Trygve has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Trygve' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3744th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5592nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4660th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6766th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9965th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9416th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8584th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Trygve' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Trygve"
Pronunciation
/ˈtrɪɡvə/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
The name Trygve is derived from the Old Norse name 'Tryggvi,' which means 'trustworthy' or 'reliable.'
Meaning
trustworthy, reliable
Language Evolution
Old Norse: Tryggvi, Old Scandinavian: Trygvi, Modern Norwegian: Trygve
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Scandinavian countries, particularly Norway, during the Viking Age and has remained in use through the centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Tryggvi, Trygvi, Trygve
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Trygve is perceived as a traditional and strong name in Norway, often associated with heritage and reliability.
Famous People
Trygve Bratteli, former Prime Minister of Norway, Trygve Gulbranssen, Norwegian author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Trygve"
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 "Trygve"
"Trygve" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3744th of 7545 | 75 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5592nd of 6773 | 15 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4660th of 7552 | 43 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6766th of 10718 | 30 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9965th of 16616 | 33 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 9416th of 24088 | 96 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8584th of 23106 | 99 |
Regional Popularity of "Trygve" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
83.05% 1176th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
58.53% 2682nd/4582 |
- | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
69.60% 4368th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Trygve" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Trygve"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Trygve" 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.