The baby name Birger is a Boy name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced BIR-ger.
Birger is Scandinavian in Origin.
The baby name Birger is a boy name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced BIR-ger.
Birger is Scandinavian in Origin.
Birger is a Scandinavian masculine name formed from the Old Norse personal name Birgir, also written Byrgir. It is an agent noun connected with the verb bjarga, to help, save, rescue, or protect, with the -ir ending marking a doer or associated person. Its literal sense is therefore helper or rescuer, rather than a compound of separate warrior or spear elements.
Medieval Sweden supplies its best-known bearers: Birger Brosa, the twelfth-century jarl; Birger Jarl, the thirteenth-century regent; and King Birger Magnusson. In Sweden the older form coexisted with Börje, while Danish and Norwegian usage developed Børge and Icelandic kept Birgir. It also occurs as a surname. In the United States it appears mainly in records from Scandinavian immigrant communities of the early twentieth century, never becoming common there.
| Birger Jarl Birger Jarl was a key figure in Swedish history, known for laying the foundations of Stockholm and establishing the Swedish nobility. As the father of King Valdemar, he played a crucial role in shaping the medieval Swedish state. His leadership and reforms significantly influenced the country's development during the 13th century. | Birger Malmsten Birger Malmsten was a Swedish actor best known for his collaborations with director Ingmar Bergman. He starred in several of Bergman's films, including 'Summer with Monika' and 'Smiles of a Summer Night'. His performances contributed significantly to the success of these classic films. |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EE | Boys | 0 | #124 | 2 | 2,087 |
| Norway | Boys | 2025 | #131 | 4 | 444 |
| EE | Girls | 0 | #142 | 1 | 1,888 |
| Sweden | Boys | 2022 | #162 | 21 | 1,509 |
| DK | 0 | #188 | 16 | 5,198 | |
| DK | Boys | 0 | #191 | 146 | 7,401 |
| LU | Boys | 0 | #219 | 2 | 4,970 |
| JP | Boys | 0 | #303 | 1 | 7,909 |
| CZ | Boys | 0 | #305 | 1 | 6,530 |
| DK | Girls | 0 | #328 | 2 | 7,429 |
| CN | Boys | 0 | #331 | 1 | 9,639 |
| PT | Boys | 0 | #380 | 2 | 7,951 |
| PH | Boys | 0 | #407 | 2 | 11,440 |
| Finland | Boys | 0 | #411 | 17 | 2,041 |
| Germany | 0 | #425 | 13 | 2,542 | |
| Finland | Boys | 2026 | #518 | 177 | 3,552 |
| PS | Boys | 0 | #561 | 1 | 10,655 |
| IR | Boys | 0 | #565 | 1 | 10,162 |
| IL | Boys | 0 | #625 | 1 | 10,983 |
| QA | Boys | 0 | #743 | 1 | 18,093 |
| Germany | Boys | 0 | #786 | 167 | 5,697 |
| CO | Boys | 0 | #981 | 1 | 15,656 |
| MX | Boys | 0 | #1,033 | 1 | 16,355 |
| AE | Boys | 0 | #1,143 | 1 | 22,615 |
| MA | 0 | #1,199 | 1 | 20,986 | |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,691 | 1 | 28,008 |
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