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Ivor

Boy name · 147 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Ivor: 147 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 14 births in 2022.

Ivor stems from the Old Norse Ívarr, a compound of *ýr* meaning “yew” and *herr* “warrior,” so the name signifies a “yew-bow warrior” or “archer.” It was brought to Scotland and Ireland by Viking settlers, where it became a traditional Gaelic name. The most famous bearer is the Welsh composer and actor Ivor Novello, whose name lives on in the Ivor Novello Awards for songwriting. Another notable Ivor is the Scottish poet and humorist Ivor Cutler, known for his whimsical performances. While no major places are named directly after a namesake, the name shares