Inga
Inga is an girl name of Old Norse origin, meaning “Guarded by the god Ing”.
| Meaning | Guarded by the god Ing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Old Norse |
| Pronunciation | ING-gah |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Sweden, Norway, Latvia, Russia |
Meaning and origin of Inga
Inga is a short form of Scandinavian names beginning with Ing-, such as Ingrid and Ingeborg. These all honour Ing, also called Yngvi, a Germanic god of fertility often identified with Freyr. Inga has long been used as a name in its own right in Scandinavia, the Baltic countries and Russia. The meaning 'guarded by Ing' properly belongs to Ingeborg, but it is commonly applied to Inga as well.
Is Inga a religious name?
Inga comes from pre-Christian Norse religion through the god Ing; today it is used as a cultural Scandinavian name without religious meaning.
How popular is Inga?
Moderately used in Scandinavia and the Baltic region.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Inga mean?
Inga means 'Guarded by the god Ing'. It is of Old Norse origin.
Does Inga have a religious meaning?
Inga comes from pre-Christian Norse religion through the god Ing; today it is used as a cultural Scandinavian name without religious meaning.
How do you pronounce Inga?
Inga is pronounced ING-gah.
Is Inga a boy or girl name?
Inga is usually a girl name.