Ivanhoe
Pronunciation: [ EYEV-uhnh-oh ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Ivanhoe first appeared in US Social Security records in 1982.
Over 15 babies have been named Ivanhoe in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ivanhoe is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #40,560 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #40,560
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Ivanhoe
Ivanhoe is a boy name .
Ivanhoe is currently ranked #40,560 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Ivanhoe include Iva, Ivan, Ivany, Ivanie, Hoey, Ivy, Ivie, and Ivakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Ivanhoe include Ivan . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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