Ivar
Meaning: In the name Ivar — spirited and charming, carrying playful beauty
Origin: Slavic/Hebrew
Gender: Boy
Rank in Finland: #522
Total: 404
History: Ivar has graced Finnish birth registers with growing popularity. Some 1,045 people in Finland carry this name, giving it a quietly confident presence. Finnish naming records show it firmly as a masculine choice. For many Finns, it carries the competitive fire of Leijonat, Finland's hockey heroes.
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Every number here comes directly from Finland’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2024) | #15 |
| Babies named Ivar in 2024 | 16 |
| Total recorded in Finland | 2,462 |
| Peak year | 1900 (560 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #15 |
| Years in records | 1900–2024 (15 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Ivar
What does the name Ivar mean?
Ivar means “In the name Ivar — spirited and charming, carrying playful beauty” from Slavic/Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Ivar?
Ivar has Slavic/Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “In the name Ivar — spirited and charming, carrying playful beauty”.
How popular is Ivar in Finland?
Ivar ranked #15 in Finland in 2024 — given to 16 babies that year.
When was Ivar most popular?
Ivar peaked in 1900 with 560 babies registered that year in Finland.
Is Ivar a boy or girl name?
Ivar is predominantly a boys' name in Finland — over 90% of Ivars in registered births are male.
How long has Ivar been recorded in Finland?
Ivar appears in birth records in Finland across 15 years — from 1900 through 2024.