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GirlPronounced German /ˈɪŋ.ə.bɔʁk/Norwegian language family

Ingeborg

A name of Old Norse origin.

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Ingeborg is a girl name with Old Norse roots.

Pronunciation: German /ˈɪŋ.ə.bɔʁk/.

GenderGirl
OriginOld Norse
PronunciationGerman /ˈɪŋ.ə.bɔʁk/
Language familyNorwegian

Meaning and history

This name comes from the Old Norse name Ingibjǫrg, which was derived from the name of the Germanic god Ing combined with bjǫrg meaning "help, salvation". This name was borne by a Danish princess who married Philip II of France in the 12th century.

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Usage: swedish, norwegian, danish, german

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