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ivar

LANGUAGE FAMILY:
indo-european > germanic > north germanic > old norse
ORIGIN:
old norse 
NAME ROOT:
ýR *HARIAR > ÍVARR
MEANING:
This name derives from Old Norse name “Ívarr”, composed of two elements: “ýr” (yew tree, bow) plus “*hariar” (warrior). In turn the name means “the bow of the warrior”. 1) Ivar the Boneless (Old Norse: Ívarr hinn Beinlausi) was a Viking leader and a commander of the Great Heathen Army which invaded the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms of England, starting in 865. 2) Ivar Vidfamne (Danish: Ivar Vidfadme) was a legendary Danish and Swedish king hailing from Scania. He may have † ~700. 3) Ivar of Limerick (Old Norse: Ívarr), died 977, was the last Norse king of the city-state of Limerick, and penultimate King of the Foreigners of Munster, reigning during the rise to power of the Dál gCais and the fall of the Eóganachta.
NAMES DAY:
SWEDEN January, 31

Usage

  • swedishswedish
  • danishdanish
  • norwegiannorwegian
  • finnishfinnish

Related names

VARIANTS
danish
iver, iwer
finnish
iivari
norwegian
iver
swedish
iwar, iver
FEMININE
danish
ivara
norwegian
ivara, ivarna, iverike, iverine, iverise, ivrina
PET & SHORT FORM
finnish
iippa, iippo

Use in other languages

LANGUAGES
english
ivor
estonian
Aive
faroese
Ívar
icelandic
Ívar
irish
ivor, Íomhar
latvian
Aivars, Aivis, Aiva, Ivars
old norse
Ívarr
sami - lapps
ivvár
scottish
ivor, iomhar
welsh
ivor

Geographical spread (only living languages)

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New Age curiosities (only for entertainment purposes)

5
Numerological Values:
5

If the chosen name for your baby has a number value of 5, it suggests brilliance, enthusiasm, energy and versatility. These individuals are believed to be adventurous and love their freedom. They like challenges and get bored with routine. They often need several activities to keep their active mind occupied.

Chakra Number:
5: The number of the Throat Chakra "Vishuddha"

The throat chakra is the fifth chakra and its color is blue. It is one the three primary colors. The main energy of blue is communication and it is the color used to soothe the soul. Explore this Divine color in depth, learn what it means and what it represents.

Color meaning:

The color blue is one of trust, honesty and loyalty. It is sincere, reserved and quiet, and doesn't like to make a fuss or draw attention. Blue hates confrontation, and likes to do things in its own way. From a color psychology perspective, blue is reliable and responsible. This color exhibits an inner security and confidence. You can rely on it to take control and do the right thing in difficult times. It has a need for order and direction in its life, including its living and work spaces.

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