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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Yew/bow warrior
- Origin
- Old Norse
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- EE-var
Ivar (EE-var) is an Old Norse name meaning "yew/bow warrior." It reads as bold and worldly with a vintage feel, a short name with a strong, sturdy sound for a boy.
Meaning & Origin of Ivar
Meaning: Yew/bow warrior.
Origin: Old Norse.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Ivar
EE-varIPA /ˈiːvɑːr/
Popularity of Ivar
Ivar ranked #1522 in the U.S. in 2024, with 116 boys given the name. Its highest rank was #1080 back in 1911, when 11 boys were named Ivar.
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FAQ
What does the name Ivar mean?
Yew/bow warrior. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Ivar?
Ivar is pronounced EE-var (IPA: /ˈiːvɑːr/).
Is Ivar a popular name right now?
Ivar peaked at #1080 in 1911 and is ranked #1522 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1896–2024.)
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