Inga: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Protected by the god of peace and plenty.
- Origin
- Scandinavian
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #8535
- Peak
- #368 in 1889
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Inga Means
Inga is a girl name of Scandinavian origin. Protected by the god of peace and plenty.
How Popular Inga Is
Inga currently ranks #8535 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #368 in 1889. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Inga
- Inga peaked at #368 in the U.S. in 1889.
- Inga is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Inga is a name from the Scandinavian tradition.
Names Like Inga
Other Scandinavian names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Inga
Scandinavian names that pair well as a brother or sister to Inga.
Questions About Inga
What does Inga mean?
Inga is a girl name of Scandinavian origin. Protected by the god of peace and plenty.
How popular is Inga?
Inga currently ranks #8535 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #368 in 1889. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Inga come from?
Inga comes from Scandinavian roots. Inga peaked at #368 in the U.S. in 1889.
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