Ivy

Rank 42nd Girl Name 🔥 Popular

In 2022, the name Ivy was 42nd most popular baby name for girls and 112th most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 4,800 babies were named Ivy in the United States.

In 2022, 1 out of every 700 babies in the United States were named Ivy. In a classroom of 30 students, there is approximately a 4.2% chance that another student would have the same name. Today, the average age of someone named Ivy is around 12 to 19 years old.

The name "Ivy" is well know, but not overly common.

The most common nickname for Ivy is .

Ivy Meaning & Origin

Ivy is a name of English origin that refers to a climbing vine plant, symbolizing fidelity, endurance, and eternal life.

The name Ivy is described as charming, free-spirited and intelligent.

Pronunciation

Ivy is pronounced ai-vee in English. The name Ivy has 3 letters and 2 syllables.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Ivy

  • The name Ivy is also a term in the English language for a type of plant known for its ability to grow in various environments. It is often used to add a touch of greenery to buildings or outdoor walls, as it will climb and spread over surfaces. Despite the name's common usage for girls, the plant itself does not have a gender-specific association.

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Geography

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Similar Sounding Names

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