Igor Boy
Origin(s)
Slavic; Russian
Meaning
Slavic: 'warrior'; Russian: 'the one who fights'
Historical & Cultural Background
Igor is a name of Slavic origin, commonly used in Russia and other Slavic countries. It has historical significance, often associated with rulers and warriors in medieval times. The name gained popularity in the 20th century and is still widely used today.
Trend Summary
Igor has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with periods of increased usage in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Ilya, Oleg, Viktor, Lev, Boris, Yuri, Maksim, Andrei
Variants
- Ihor
- Igoriy
International Variants
- Ihor (Ukrainian)
- Igor (Czech)
- Igor (Polish)
- Igor (Serbian)
Famous people named Igor
Igor Stravinsky was a renowned Russian composer known for his influential works in classical music.
Igor Sikorsky was a pioneering aviation engineer and inventor, credited with developing the first successful helicopter.
Igor Tamm was a prominent physicist who contributed to the development of nuclear fusion.
Igor Akinfeev is a professional Russian football goalkeeper known for his long career with CSKA Moscow.
Fictional characters named Igor
Igor is a character in the 'Frankenstein' franchise, often depicted as the assistant to Dr. Frankenstein.
Igor is a character in the animated film 'Mad Monster Party?', serving as the loyal assistant to Baron von Frankenstein.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Igor was first seen in the United States in 1951. Igor has ranked as high as #1235 nationally which occurred in 1998 and has been most popular in Massachusetts, New York, California, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Igor has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Igor (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 30 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 24 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 29 |
| 2005 | 26 |
| 2006 | 30 |
| 2007 | 30 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 27 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 30 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 10 |