What Does the Name Ivor Mean
The name Ivor comes from Irish roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Ivor below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Ivor Name Meaning
Irish, Scottish, Welsh, English (British)From the Old Norse name Ívarr, which was derived from the elements yr "yew, bow" and arr "warrior". During the Middle Ages it was brought to Britain by Scandinavian settlers...
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