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Tawney

Derived from the Old Norse name Yngvarr, meaning warrior of Ing or protected by the god Ing. This name signifies a person with a strong, resilient character and a natural instinct to guard those they love.

Key Stats

Total births575
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year1988
Peak generationMillennial
First recorded1982
Most recent1991
Syllables2
OriginRussian, Polish, Ukrainian
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

CA — 100%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%NE — 0%

Notable People

Igor Stravinsky (Composer of The Rite of Spring) · Igor Sikorsky (Aviation pioneer who developed the first helicopter) · Igor Larionov (Hockey Hall of Fame center) · Igor Cassina (Olympic gold medalist gymnast) · Igor Akinfeev (Professional soccer goalkeeper)

Nicknames & Diminutives

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