Igor
Meaning of Igor
The name Igor is a strong and distinctive male name with deep roots in Slavic culture. Originating from Old Norse, the name was introduced to Eastern Europe by the Varangians, who were Scandinavian adventurers and traders. In Slavic languages such as Russian, Polish, Czech, and Slovak, Igor is typically pronounced as EE-gor or ee-GOR. The name carries connotations of strength and bravery, often associated with historical figures like Prince Igor of Kiev from the medieval era. While not extremely common in the United States, Igor has maintained a steady presence over the decades, reflecting its enduring appeal. Variations of the name include Ygor. Despite its relatively low ranking in recent years—such as 6862nd in 2023—the name Igor continues to be chosen by parents who appreciate its rich cultural heritage and robust sound.
Pronunciation
Czech,Polish,Slovak
- Pronunced as EE-gor (/i:ˈgɔr/)
Russian
- Pronunced as ee-GOR (/iˈgɔr/)
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Notable People Named Igor
| Igor Fyodorovich Stravinsky, a Russian composer and conductor with French and United States citizenship, is widely regarded as one of the most significant and influential composers of the 20th century, playing a pivotal role in modernist music. |
| Igor Ivanovich Sikorsky was a Russian-American aviation pioneer known for his contributions to both helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft. |
| Igor Vladimirovich Akinfeev is a Russian professional footballer known for his role as a goalkeeper and captain of the Russian club CSKA Moscow. |
| Igor Shesterkin - Igor Olegovich Shestyorkin is a Russian professional ice hockey goaltender who plays for the New York Rangers and won the Vezina Trophy in the 2021-22 season. |
| Igor Olshansky is a Ukrainian-born former NFL defensive end who played for the San Diego Chargers, Dallas Cowboys, and Miami Dolphins. |
| Igor Valeryevich Andreev is a former professional tennis player from Russia, known for winning three ATP Tour singles titles and reaching the quarterfinals of the 2007 French Open. |
| Igor Anatolievich Irtyshov was a notorious Russian criminal known for his acts of murder and rape. |
| Igor Vladimirovich Mukhin, also known as Igor Vladimirovich Moukhin, is a Russian photographer and a former member of the In-Public street photography collective. |
| Igor Yakovlevich Krutoy, a Ukrainian and Russian music composer, performer, producer, and musical promoter, has been honored with several prestigious awards throughout his career. |
| Igor Sergeyevich Kholin was a Russian poet, fiction writer, and member of the 'Lianozovo Group'. |
| Igor Vyacheslavovich Sutyagin is a Russian arms control and nuclear weapons specialist who was imprisoned for espionage charges before being released in a prisoner exchange. |
| Igor Aramovich Ter-Ovanesyan, a former Soviet and Ukrainian long jumper, achieved five European and two Olympic medals in his career and was honored with the Order of the Badge of Honour in 1985. |
| Igor Mikhailovich Diakonoff was a prominent Russian historian, linguist, and translator known for his expertise in the Ancient Near East and its languages, with distinguished historian brothers. |
| Igor Ivanović is a Montenegrin professional footballer known for his role as an attacking midfielder at Uzbekistan Super League club Bunyodkor. |
| Igor Vladimirovich Lebedev is a former Russian politician and deputy of the State Duma, known for his involvement with the Liberal Democratic Party of Russia. |
