Yngve

Yngve is a masculine given name of Scandinavian origin. It is most common in Sweden and is also found in Norway and among Swedish-speaking communities in Finland. The name derives from the Old Norse name Yngvi, an epithet of the god Freyr and the name of the legendary Yngling dynasty. In this heritage, Yngve is linked to Norse mythology and medieval Nordic royal lineages.

In contemporary usage, Yngve is considered traditional or old-fashioned in many parts of Sweden and is most often associated with older generations. It is not a common choice for newborns today, though it remains recognizable within Nordic naming traditions.

The name belongs to a broader family of Nordic forms built on the Yng- element, reflecting Old Norse roots that appear in various Scandinavian names. Related forms vary by language, but Yngve itself stands as the standard Swedish form. See also Yngvi.