Ingrid
Meaning of Ingrid
Ingrid is a beautiful and timeless name for baby girls. With its Scandinavian origins, this name has a strong and sophisticated feel to it. In Danish, it is pronounced as IN-gree (/ˈiŋɡʁið/), while in Norwegian and Swedish, it is pronounced as ING-grid (/ˈɪŋri/) and ING-grid (/ˈɪŋɡrɪd/), respectively. The variations of this name include Inger and Inga.
Although not extremely popular, Ingrid has maintained a steady presence in the United States. According to data from recent years, it ranks around the 900s to 1100s in terms of popularity. However, this should not deter you from considering it as a potential name for your little one. Its uniqueness and international flair make it stand out among other names.
The history of the name Ingrid can be traced back many decades. It gained some popularity in the mid-20th century but has since become less common. Nevertheless, Ingrid continues to be a beloved choice for parents who appreciate its elegance and cultural significance.
Consider embracing the charm of Ingrid for your precious daughter. Its distinctive sound and rich heritage will surely make her stand out in any crowd.
Pronunciation
Danish
- Pronunced as IN-gree (/ˈiŋɡʁið/)
Swedish
- Pronunced as ING-grid (/ˈɪŋɡrɪd/)
Norwegian
- Pronunced as ING-grid (/ˈɪŋri/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
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Notable People Named Ingrid
| Ingrid Bergman, a Swedish actress, is celebrated as one of the most influential figures in cinematic history, winning numerous awards and accolades throughout her five-decade career. |
| Ingrid Michaelson is an American singer-songwriter and actress known for her hit singles "The Way I Am" and "Girls Chase Boys," and has released nine albums since her debut in 2005. |
| Ingrid Elizabeth Andress is an American country music singer-songwriter known for her hit singles and albums, including "More Hearts Than Mine" and "Lady Like." |
| Ingrid Natasha Visser is a prominent New Zealand marine biologist known for her expertise in orcas and her contributions to documentaries on the subject. |
| Ingrid Calame is an American artist known for her abstract, map-like paintings inspired by human detritus, with works in the permanent collections of museums worldwide. |
| Ingrid de Ycaza is a prominent Panamanian singer known for her broad musical career and hit songs like "Todo me recuerda a ti" and "Dime si me quieres." |
| Ingrid Paul - Dirkina Wilhelmina "Ingrid" Paul is a retired Dutch speed skater who competed at the 1988 Winter Olympics. |
| Ingrid Olson is a distinguished American professor and expert in the biological basis of human cognition, serving as the Thaddeus L. Bolton Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. |
| Ingrid Guimarães - Ingrid da Silva Guimarães is a well-known Brazilian actress, comedian, and television presenter. |
| Ingrid Kosar is an American inventor known for creating the thermal bag. |
| Ingrid Jespersen (1867–1938) was a pioneering Danish pedagogue and school principal who founded Ingrid Jespersens Gymnasieskole in 1894, making significant contributions to girls' education in Denmark. |
| Ingrid Eide is a Norwegian sociologist, United Nations official, and politician for Norway's Labour Party. |
| Ingrid Hafner was a British actress born in London, with a father who was an Austrian helicopter pioneer and a mother who was a descendant of the Scottish-born road builder John Loudon McAdam. |
| Ingrid Nestle is a German politician who has been a member of the Bundestag, the German parliament, from 2009 to 2012 and since 2017, representing Alliance 90/The Greens. |
| Íngrid Betancourt - Ingrid Betancourt Pulecio is a Colombian politician, former senator, and anti-corruption activist known for her opposition to political corruption. |
