Rising since 1991, #1,409 for boys today.
Popularity of Iverson since 1891
Babies named Iverson per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 11 |
| 1900s | 0 |
| 1910s | 69 |
| 1920s | 85 |
| 1930s | 17 |
| 1940s | 45 |
| 1950s | 33 |
| 1960s | 20 |
| 1970s | 20 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 62 |
| 2000s | 577 |
| 2010s | 494 |
| 2020s | 700 |
Meaning & origin
Iverson is a patronymic surname turned given name, carrying the meaning 'son of Iver' and ultimately 'bow warrior' from Old Norse. In the U.S., the name has seen a notable resurgence, ranking at 1409 in 2025 with a 1-in-13241 frequency. Its recent rise began in 1991, and it hit its peak popularity in 2024. The name has shown particular favor in states such as Arkansas, Minnesota, and Florida, reflecting a broader trend of surname-style first names in modern American naming.
Iverson is an English patronymic surname derived from the given name Iver, which itself comes from the Old Norse name Ívarr. The name Ívarr combines elements meaning 'yew' (symbolizing a bow) and 'warrior', thus 'bow warrior'. As a given name, Iverson has been used in the United States since the late 19th century, reflecting the tradition of using surnames as first names.
Where Iverson is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ivy, Iver
Variants: Iversen, Ivarsson
Sibling names for Iverson
Names that share Iverson's style, for a brother or sister.
