How Many People Are Named Iver?
Complete statistics for the name Iver: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Iver, a very rare male name, is held by just 958 people in the US, making up 1 in 344,449 Americans. The name saw its peak popularity in 2023 with 86 births, but it's still considered a modern choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 9 symbolizes completion and fulfillment.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 57All 1,723 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: 2023Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Iver Through the Generations
Iver has seen a steady rise in popularity, particularly among younger generations, despite the majority of those named Iver being over 60 years old. With only 1,723 total births recorded since the beginning of tracking, it's clear that Iver remains a niche choice. The name's current trend suggests it may continue to grow in usage, especially as it becomes more familiar to new parents.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Iver's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Iver
How Many People Have the Name Iver?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 958 people in the United States currently share the name Iver. That works out to roughly 1 in every 344,449 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Iver a Common or Rare Name?
Iver 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 Iver Mean?
Iver means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Iver in SSA data, approximately 99% are male and 1% are female.
When Was Iver Most Popular?
The name Iver reached peak popularity in 2023, with 86 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
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 Iver?
Approximately 958 people named Iver live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,723. That works out to roughly 1 in 344,449 Americans.
Is Iver a rare name?
Iver is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 344,449 Americans has this name.
What does the name Iver mean?
Iver means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Iver more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 99% of people named Iver are male and 1% are female.
When was Iver most popular?
Iver peaked in 2023 with 86 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
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.