Iceland

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Iceland Pronunciation

Iceland is pronounced EYESS-lənd /ˈaɪs.lənd/High

Meaning: From the country Iceland — 'the land of ice' (Old Norse Island, 'ice-land') — a Nordic island nation; a place-nameLow

In 30 seconds: The land of ice: Iceland is the dramatic Nordic island — 'the land of ice'. Bold, fresh, and striking. Used for both sexes.

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Origin LowNorse, English

MeaningFrom the country Iceland — 'the land of ice' (Old Norse Island, 'ice-land') — a Nordic island nation; a place-name

U.S. rank (2024)#5489 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births23 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 79

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Iceland comes from the country — Iceland, 'the land of ice' (Old Norse Island, from iss, 'ice', plus land) — the dramatic Nordic island nation of glaciers, volcanoes, geysers, and the northern lights. A bold, fresh, striking place-name, used for both sexes, here for girls.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, the-land-of-ice at the root, and striking.

Did you know? Iceland means 'the land of ice' (Old Norse Island) — the dramatic Nordic island of glaciers, volcanoes, and northern lights — a bold, fresh, striking place-name, used for both sexes.

Overall data confidence 55%

References — Iceland — place-name

Variations

Island

Nicknames

Ice

Themes & Styles

English Place-name Norse

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Iceland?

Iceland is pronounced EYESS-lənd (/ˈaɪs.lənd/). Press play above to hear Iceland said aloud.

How do you say Iceland?

Iceland is said EYESS-lənd (/ˈaɪs.lənd/). Press play above to hear Iceland said aloud.

What does the name Iceland mean?

Iceland is the Nordic island nation, 'the land of ice'.

Is Iceland a boy or girl name?

Iceland is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Iceland?

Iceland is a very rare name in the U.S.