What does the name Ingrid mean?

The name Ingrid means "The fertility god Ing's beauty".

What is the origin of the name Ingrid?

Ingrid is a name of Scandinavia origin.

How popular is the name Ingrid?

In 2023, 225 babies were named Ingrid in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Is Ingrid a girl's name?

Yes, Ingrid is traditionally used as a girl's name.

Ingrid

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Births Last Year: 225 →

All-Time Total: 27,438

Peak Year: 1967

Ingrid is a Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse name Ingríðr, composed of the elements "Ing" meaning "god" and "fríðr" meaning "beautiful, beloved."

Notable Namesakes

Ingrid Bergman - Actress known for "Casablanca" and "Notorious."
Ingrid Michaelson - Singer-songwriter with hits like "The Way I Am."
Ingrid Newkirk - Co-founder of PETA, animal rights activist.
Ingrid Betancourt - Colombian politician and former senator.
Ingrid Daubechies - Mathematician known for wavelet theory contributions.
Ingrid Chauvin - French actress in TV series and films.
Ingrid Nilsen - YouTuber and LGBTQ+ advocate.
Ingrid Andress - Country singer-songwriter with hits like "More Hearts Than Mine."
Ingrid Klimke - German equestrian and Olympic medalist.
Ingrid Sischy - Art critic and editor of Interview magazine.

Complementary Names / Sisters

Girl names closely related to Ingrid

Annika Elin Florence Winona Salma Harriet Maisy Esme

Complementary Names / Brothers

Boy names closely related to Ingrid

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