Ivor
BoyNorse
Ivor is a boy name of Norse origin meaning "Archer, bow warrior".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Norse
Popularity
77 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
4 letters
Meaning
Archer, bow warrior
Etymology
Ivor is an English masculine given name derived either directly from Norse Ívarr, or through Welsh or Irish and Scottish Gaelic, all of which likely derive it also from the original Norse form. The Norse name is derived from the Old Norse elements ýr and herr : hence, 'archer, bow warrior'. It is possible the old Norse name Ívarr comes from the Celtic root and may be related to the Celtic root of -iv which is found in St.
Famous People Named Ivor
- Ivor Novello — Welsh composer and actor (1893–1951)
- Ivor Allchurch — Welsh footballer (1929-1997)
- Ivor Broadis — English footballer (1922-2019)
- Ivor Bueb — British racing driver
- Ivor Grattan-Guinness — Historian of mathematics and logic (1941-2014)
Frequently Asked Questions About Ivor
What does the name Ivor mean?
Ivor means "Archer, bow warrior", and is of Norse origin.
What is the origin of the name Ivor?
Ivor originates from Norse.
Is Ivor a boy or girl name?
Ivor is typically used as a boy name.
Are there famous people named Ivor?
Yes — notable people named Ivor include Ivor Novello (Welsh composer and actor, 1893–1951), Ivor Allchurch (Welsh footballer, 1929-1997), Ivor Broadis (English footballer, 1922-2019), Ivor Bueb (British racing driver) and Ivor Grattan-Guinness (Historian of mathematics and logic, 1941-2014).
Last updated: June 2026