Inga Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationING-uh / ˈɪŋɡəScandinavian; Old Norse
Meaning
Old Norse: 'protected by Ing'; Scandinavian: 'hero's daughter'
Historical & Cultural Background
Inga is a feminine name commonly found in Scandinavian countries. It is derived from the Old Norse name 'Ing', which is associated with the god of fertility and peace. The name has been used in various forms throughout history and remains popular in modern times. Inga is often seen as a symbol of strength and protection.
Trend Summary
Inga has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in Scandinavian communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Inge
- Inga
International Variants
- Inga (Swedish)
- Inga (Norwegian)
- Inga (Danish)
Famous people named Inga
Inga Swenson is an American actress known for her roles in television and film.
Inga Barks is a radio personality recognized for her work in sports broadcasting.
Inga Griese is a German artist celebrated for her contemporary paintings.
Inga Lindström is a Swedish author known for her romantic novels.
Fictional characters named Inga
Inga is a character in the musical 'Young Frankenstein', known for her comedic role.
Inga is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for her quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Inga was first seen in the United States in 1880. Inga has ranked as high as #1004 nationally, which occurred in 1969, and has been most popular in California, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Inga has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Inga (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 8 |
| 1881 | 15 |
| 1882 | 13 |
| 1883 | 13 |
| 1884 | 18 |
| 1885 | 28 |
| 1886 | 21 |
| 1887 | 28 |
| 1888 | 29 |
| 1889 | 43 |
| 1890 | 41 |
| 1891 | 35 |
| 1892 | 47 |
| 1893 | 43 |
| 1894 | 40 |
| 1895 | 35 |
| 1896 | 38 |
| 1897 | 36 |
| 1898 | 46 |
| 1899 | 39 |
| 1900 | 34 |
| 1901 | 29 |
| 1902 | 24 |
| 1903 | 32 |
| 1904 | 21 |
| 1905 | 25 |
| 1906 | 21 |
| 1907 | 28 |
| 1908 | 19 |
| 1909 | 15 |
| 1910 | 29 |
| 1911 | 21 |
| 1912 | 27 |
| 1913 | 27 |
| 1914 | 42 |
| 1915 | 39 |
| 1916 | 46 |
| 1917 | 31 |
| 1918 | 30 |
| 1919 | 38 |
| 1920 | 32 |
| 1921 | 28 |
| 1922 | 19 |
| 1923 | 23 |
| 1924 | 16 |
| 1925 | 20 |
| 1926 | 24 |
| 1927 | 19 |
| 1928 | 16 |
| 1929 | 17 |
| 1930 | 23 |
| 1931 | 16 |
| 1932 | 19 |
| 1933 | 11 |
| 1934 | 13 |
| 1935 | 10 |
| 1936 | 12 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1938 | 15 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 17 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 14 |
| 1947 | 19 |
| 1948 | 23 |
| 1949 | 22 |
| 1950 | 12 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1952 | 18 |
| 1953 | 23 |
| 1954 | 21 |
| 1955 | 27 |
| 1956 | 35 |
| 1957 | 36 |
| 1958 | 34 |
| 1959 | 44 |
| 1960 | 45 |
| 1961 | 47 |
| 1962 | 58 |
| 1963 | 59 |
| 1964 | 57 |
| 1965 | 55 |
| 1966 | 56 |
| 1967 | 57 |
| 1968 | 59 |
| 1969 | 115 |
| 1970 | 107 |
| 1971 | 88 |
| 1972 | 83 |
| 1973 | 70 |
| 1974 | 58 |
| 1975 | 41 |
| 1976 | 48 |
| 1977 | 37 |
| 1978 | 42 |
| 1979 | 61 |
| 1980 | 51 |
| 1981 | 41 |
| 1982 | 41 |
| 1983 | 35 |
| 1984 | 32 |
| 1985 | 25 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 24 |
| 1988 | 19 |
| 1989 | 22 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 22 |
| 1992 | 20 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 24 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 30 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 12 |