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Ivri
Pronounced IV-ree /ˈɪv.riː/Medium
Meaning: Hebrew Ivri, the word meaning 'Hebrew', traditionally linked to the root avar, 'to cross over'. It is used of Abraham in Genesis, 'Abram the Hebrew', and is a modern Israeli given name.Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Ivri is the Hebrew word for 'Hebrew', long connected to the root avar, 'to pass or cross over'. Genesis applies it to Abraham, and modern Israeli families use it as a given name with a clear sense of identity. In the U.S. it is a rare, meaning-forward pick (said 'IV-ree').
It appears only rarely for boys in the U.S., mostly in Jewish families. Rare, rooted, and short.
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What does the name Ivri mean?
Ivri is the Hebrew word for 'Hebrew', traditionally tied to a root meaning 'to cross over'.
How do you pronounce Ivri?
It's said IV-ree /ˈɪv.riː/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Ivri a boy or girl name?
Ivri is used as a boy's name.
How popular is Ivri?
Ivri is extremely rare for boys in the U.S.