Find out how popular the first name Iversen has been for the last 1 years (from 2020 to 2020) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Iversen by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Iversen is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2020, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Iversen.

The history of the first name Iversen

Iversen is a Scandinavian given name with origins tracing back to the Old Norse language. It is derived from the combination of two words: "Ivar" and "sen". "Ivar" is believed to be a compound of the Norse elements "yr" meaning yew tree and "arr" meaning warrior or archer, while "sen" is a later addition meaning son of.

In its earliest forms, the name was spelled as "Ivarsen" or "Ivarson" and was used as a patronymic, indicating the son of a man named Ivar. This naming convention was common in Norse and Germanic cultures, where a person's surname often reflected their lineage and parentage.

The name Iversen can be traced back to the Viking Age, spanning from the late 8th century to the late 11th century. During this period, the Norse people explored and settled in various regions of Europe, including Scandinavia, the British Isles, and parts of modern-day France and Russia. It is likely that the name was carried and spread by Norse settlers and traders during this expansive era.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Iversen can be found in the Icelandic Sagas, a collection of historical narratives and literature from the 13th and 14th centuries. The Saga of Ivar the Boneless, for example, tells the story of a legendary Viking warrior named Ivar, who lived in the late 9th century.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Iversen:

1. Ivar Aasen (1813-1896), a Norwegian philologist and scholar who played a significant role in the development of the Nynorsk language.
2. Ivar Ingimarsson (born 1976), an Icelandic former professional football player who represented his country in international competitions.
3. Ivar Vidfamne (c. 700 AD), a semi-legendary Swedish king and the founder of the Yngling dynasty, according to Norse mythology.
4. Ivar Timewalker (born 1962), a Norwegian drummer and founding member of the black metal band Immortal.
5. Ivar Ballangrud (1904-1969), a Norwegian speed skater who won multiple Olympic and World Championship medals in the 1920s and 1930s.

While the name Iversen has traditionally been more prevalent in Scandinavian countries, it has also gained popularity in other parts of the world due to migration and cultural exchange. The name continues to carry a strong connection to its Norse origins and the rich history of the Viking era.

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