Origin of the name Ivor:
Scottish form of Ivar, a name introduced by Scandinavian settlers. It is derived from the Old Norse elements yŕ (yew, bow) and herr (warrior, army): hence, "archer, bow warrior."
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Ivor Gurney, English composer and war poet.
Ivor Novello, Welsh composer, singer and actor.
Ivor Hele, Australian painter.
Ivor Cutler, Scottish poet, songwriter and humorist.
Ivor Emmanuel, Welsh musical theatre actor.- Ivor in song, story & screen: | Edit
Ivor the Engine, UK children's program.
The Ivor Novello Awards for songwriting, "The Ivors," annual award for British music writing/composing.
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