Ivar
Meaning: Spirited and charming, carrying playful beauty
Origin: Slavic/Hebrew
Gender: Boy
Rank in Sweden: #100
Total births: 3,313
History: Ivar is deeply Scandinavian — from Old Norse meaning 'yew warrior.' Ivar the Boneless was one of the most fearsome Viking leaders. IKEA founder Ingvar Kamprad's name derives from the same root. Ivar represents Viking warrior heritage meeting Swedish business empire.
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| Current rank (2022) | #61 |
| Babies named Ivar in 2022 | 207 |
| Total recorded in Sweden | 3,313 |
| Peak year | 2020 (247 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #52 |
| Years in records | 1998–2022 (25 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 4 spots |
Frequently asked about Ivar
What does the name Ivar mean?
Ivar means “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 “Spirited and charming, carrying playful beauty”.
How popular is Ivar in Sweden?
Ivar ranked #61 in Sweden in 2022 — given to 207 babies that year.
When was Ivar most popular?
Ivar peaked in 2020 with 247 babies registered that year in Sweden.
Is Ivar a boy or girl name?
Ivar is predominantly a boys' name in Sweden — over 90% of Ivars in registered births are male.
How long has Ivar been recorded in Sweden?
Ivar appears in birth records in Sweden across 25 years — from 1998 through 2022.