Ival
Ival is a boy baby name. Ranked #37,897 in the US.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Ival first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 5 babies have been named Ival in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ival is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #37,897 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #37,897
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Ival is also used as a girl name, ranked #38405.
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About the Name Ival
Ival is a boy name .
Is Ival a boy or girl name? Ival is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #37,897 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #38,405. Ival is more commonly used as a boy name.
Ival is currently ranked #37,897 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Ival include Ivan, Ivaan, Ivar . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis