girl name · Norse origin
Ingrid
/ ING-grid /
Meaning
Ingrid means Ing's beauty (Norse).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Norse
Pronunciation
ING-grid
Popularity
#1121 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Ingrid in the US, 1880–2025
Ingrid first appears in US records in 1897. It peaked in 1967, when 578 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 209.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Ingrid mean?
Ingrid means “beautiful” or “beloved of Ing,” a Norse fertility god.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ingrid mean?
Ingrid means Ing's beauty. Ingrid means “beautiful” or “beloved of Ing,” a Norse fertility god.
What is the origin of the name Ingrid?
Ingrid is of Norse origin.
How do you pronounce Ingrid?
Ingrid is pronounced “ING-grid.”
Is Ingrid a boy or a girl name?
Ingrid is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Ingrid?
In 2025, Ingrid ranked #1121 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Ingrid most popular?
Ingrid was most popular in 1967, when about 578 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.