How Many People Are Named Irmgard?

Complete statistics for the name Irmgard: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Irmgard
Very Rare
German

Irmgard means 'whole army' in German, making it a strong yet rare choice. Only 72 people in America today carry this name, which is 1 in 4,555,924 Americans, truly setting it apart. The majority of those named Irmgard are over 60, reflecting its status as a classic, old-school name.

~72
Living in US
1 in 4,555,924
Americans
1930
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Whole army
🌐
Origin
German
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Strong Determined
7
Life Path Number

Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

395,816
Worldwide Bearers
#2,614
Global Rank
🇩🇪 Germany
360,948
🇦🇹 Austria
21,824
🇺🇸 United States
4,381
🇨🇭 Switzerland
2,323
🇧🇷 Brazil
1,452
🇳🇱 Netherlands
961
🇮🇹 Italy
616
🇬🇧 England
440
🇧🇪 Belgium
388
🇨🇦 Canada
336

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
72 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 98
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
469
Would be over 60 (100%)

All 469 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1930

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
79
Classic Feel
72
Modern Appeal
28
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Irmgard Through the Generations

Irmgard has been a steady presence in American naming trends since the early 20th century, peaking in popularity in 1930 with 28 births. Over time, the name has maintained its charm but has seen a significant decline in usage, with no new births recorded in recent decades. Today, all 72 individuals bearing this name are over 60 years old, indicating a generation gap that keeps the name firmly rooted in the past.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 88
Wisconsin 28
Illinois 5

✨ Similar Names to Irmgard

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Irmgard's German roots

📄 About the Name Irmgard

How Many People Have the Name Irmgard?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 72 people in the United States currently share the name Irmgard. That works out to roughly 1 in every 4,555,924 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Irmgard a Common or Rare Name?

Irmgard is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Irmgard Mean?

Irmgard means "whole army" and comes from German origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Irmgard in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Irmgard Most Popular?

The name Irmgard reached peak popularity in 1930, with 28 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Irmgard?

Approximately 72 people named Irmgard live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 469. That works out to roughly 1 in 4,555,924 Americans.

Is Irmgard a rare name?

Irmgard is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 4,555,924 Americans has this name.

What does the name Irmgard mean?

Irmgard means "whole army" and comes from German origins.

Is Irmgard more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Irmgard are male and 100% are female.

When was Irmgard most popular?

Irmgard peaked in 1930 with 28 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US72
All-Time Births469
1 in X1 in 4,555,924
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age98
Peak Year1930
World Rank#2,614
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.