From the Old Norse name Ingibjörg, which was derived from the name of the Germanic god Ing combined with björg meaning "protection, help". Ingeborg originates in Old Norse language and means "God"s protection". It is a very popular feminine given name in Scandinavian coutries and throughout history has been very popular among royalty. In the United States the name is rather rare.
Ingeborg Related Names Variants: Ingebjørg (Norwegian), Ingebjørg (Danish), Ingeburg (German) Diminutives: Inga (Swedish), Inga (Norwegian), Inga, Inge (Danish), Inge, Inka (German) Other Languages: Ingeburg, Inga (Ancient Germanic), Ingibjörg, Inga (Ancient Scandinavian), Inge (Dutch), Inga, Inka (Finnish), Inka (Frisian), Inga (Russian)