Ivy

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Ivy Pronunciation

Ivy is pronounced EYE-vee /ˈaɪ.vi/High

Meaning: From the word ivy — Old English ifig, the climbing evergreen vine (a symbol of fidelity and eternity); here for boysMedium

In 30 seconds: Evergreen and enduring: Ivy is the climbing vine — a symbol of faithfulness. Mostly a girls' name; here for boys, it's fresh and distinctive.

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Origin MediumEnglish

MeaningFrom the word ivy — Old English ifig, the climbing evergreen vine (a symbol of fidelity and eternity); here for boys

U.S. rank (2024)#4344 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births24 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1925

Total births (all-time)≈ 3,453

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Ivy comes from the word ivy — Old English ifig, the climbing evergreen vine, long a symbol of fidelity and everlasting life. Overwhelmingly a girls' name, it appears rarely for boys, which this page covers honestly.

It registers thinly for boys. Very rare for boys, the-ivy-vine at the root, and distinctive.

Did you know? Ivy, the evergreen climbing vine, symbolizes fidelity and eternity — overwhelmingly a girls' name, it appears rarely for boys, which we note.

Overall data confidence 55%

Behind the Name — Ivy — root etymology

Variations

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Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Ivy?

Ivy is pronounced EYE-vee (/ˈaɪ.vi/). Press play above to hear Ivy said aloud.

How do you say Ivy?

Ivy is said EYE-vee (/ˈaɪ.vi/). Press play above to hear Ivy said aloud.

What does the name Ivy mean?

Ivy is the climbing evergreen vine, a symbol of faithfulness (Old English ifig).

Is Ivy a boy or girl name?

Ivy is overwhelmingly a girls' name; this page covers its rare use for boys.

How popular is Ivy?

Ivy is very rare for boys in the U.S.