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Ingrid

Girl name · 167 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Ingrid: 167 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 13 births in 1976.

From Old Norse roots, Ingrid combines *Ing*, the name of a Germanic fertility god, with *fríðr* meaning "beautiful" or "beloved" – so it translates to "Ing's beauty" or "fair Ing." The most famous bearer is Ingrid Bergman, the luminous Swedish actress renowned for her roles in *Casablanca* and *Notorious*. The name also graces Ingrid Christensen, the first woman to set foot on Antarctica. A place with a shared origin is the Swedish town of Ingatorp, where "Ing" also appears. In Scotland, Ingrid gained modest traction in the late 20th century, likely through Bergman's enduring appeal, and remains a quietly elegant choice that avoids trendiness.