A 1890s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Ingram since 1883
Babies named Ingram per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1917, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Ingram's real moment was 1890.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 |
| 1890s | 6 |
| 1900s | 0 |
| 1910s | 60 |
| 1920s | 82 |
| 1930s | 21 |
| 1940s | 26 |
| 1950s | 12 |
| 1960s | 12 |
| 1970s | 24 |
| 1980s | 39 |
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 28 |
| 2010s | 65 |
| 2020s | 29 |
Meaning & origin
Ingram is an Anglo-Scandinavian name with deep roots in medieval England, first appearing in U.S. records in 1883. Its peak year was 1890, during the Victorian era's fascination with antique names. After falling out of common use for much of the 20th century, Ingram has experienced a revival since 2005, reflecting a broader trend toward resurrecting old-fashioned surnames and given names. While it has never cracked the top 1000 in recent decades, its trajectory is clearly rising, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive name with historical weight and a strong, crisp sound.
Ingram is an Anglo-Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse personal name Inghrafn, composed of the divine name Ing (associated with the god Freyr) and hrafn, meaning 'raven'. The name was introduced to England by Scandinavian settlers during the Viking Age and became established in northern England and Scotland as a given name and surname. It saw moderate use in the medieval period but declined afterward, surviving largely as a surname until its modern revival.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ing, Gram
Variants: Ingraham, Ingramm
Sibling names for Ingram
Names that share Ingram's style, for a brother or sister.
