Ingrid Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ingrid is an Old Norse name meaning 'beautiful' or 'beloved', originating from the elements 'Ing' and 'fríðr'. It evolved from 'Ingiríðr' in Old Norse to its modern form in Scandinavian languages. The name has strong associations with beauty and strength and has no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the Viking Age and saw a resurgence in the 20th century due to notable figures like Ingrid Bergman.
The name Ingrid is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ingrid has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ingrid' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12331st out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1232nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 871st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 522nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 486th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 751st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 743rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1009th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ingrid' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ingrid"
Pronunciation
/ˈɪŋɡrɪd/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
Ingrid is derived from the Old Norse name 'Ingiríðr', which is composed of the elements 'Ing', referring to a god of fertility and peace, and 'fríðr', meaning 'beautiful' or 'beloved'.
Meaning
beautiful, beloved
Language Evolution
Ingiríðr (Old Norse), Ingrid (Modern Scandinavian)
Historical Usage
Ingrid gained popularity in Scandinavia during the Viking Age and has remained a common name in Nordic countries. It became more widely recognized in the English-speaking world in the 20th century, partly due to the fame of Swedish actress Ingrid Bergman.
Variants & Derivatives
Ingri, Inga, Inger
Modern Popularity & Image
Ingrid is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with strength and beauty. It remains popular in Scandinavian countries and has a vintage charm in other parts of the world.
Famous People
Ingrid Bergman (actress), Ingrid Michaelson (singer-songwriter), Ingrid Newkirk (animal rights activist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ingrid"
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 "Ingrid"
"Ingrid" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12331st of 16616 | 17 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1232nd of 9107 | 671 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 871st of 9204 | 1,258 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 522nd of 12526 | 6,018 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 486th of 19264 | 6,588 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 751st of 27321 | 4,105 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 743rd of 35406 | 5,709 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1009th of 30306 | 3,166 |
Regional Popularity of "Ingrid" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ingrid" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
53.88% 763rd/1416 |
53.01% 731st/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
45.08% 697th/1546 |
31.43% 489th/1556 |
89.04% 2095th/2353 |
46.02% 712th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
22.95% 511th/2227 |
15.88% 386th/2430 |
24.47% 698th/2853 |
17.91% 497th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
17.40% 511th/2937 |
11.08% 386th/3483 |
15.69% 552nd/3518 |
12.09% 489th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
27.16% 1001st/3685 |
14.39% 644th/4475 |
17.00% 883rd/5194 |
9.58% 605th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
18.05% 827th/4582 |
16.40% 847th/5164 |
10.57% 773rd/7313 |
8.28% 618th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
19.28% 768th/3984 |
24.78% 1112th/4487 |
19.47% 1328th/6822 |
14.12% 886th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ingrid"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ingrid" 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.