Meaning & Origin
A taxonomic genus within the family Fabaceae – small neotropical, tough-leaved, nitrogen-fixing trees and shrubs, many used as ornamentals.
Inga is a girl's baby name of Old Norse origin, a short form of names beginning with Ing- — referring to the Norse god Ing (also known as Freyr), whose name means 'the god Ing' or 'the Ing people.' Ing was associated with male virility and the fertility of the earth.
With over 4,100 recorded U.S. births, Inga has been a beloved Scandinavian name in American culture, particularly in communities with Norwegian and Swedish heritage. Its two-syllable simplicity and strong Norse mythology roots give it a clean, powerful character.