Ives

Pronunciation: [ EYEVZ ]

Ives is a boy baby name. Ranked #38,608 in the US.

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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Ives is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced EYEVZ.

Parents who love the name Ives often also consider Ado, Eury, Connard .

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Historical Record

Ives first appeared in US Social Security records in 1984.

Over 78 babies have been named Ives in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Ives is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,608 for boy names in the US .

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#38,608
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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#38,608
Total SSA Count
5

Alternative Spellings

Iverson #1356 Iver #2199

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ives

Is Ives a boy or girl name?
Ives is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Ives?
Ives is pronounced EYEVZ.
How popular is the name Ives?
Ives is currently ranked #38608 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Is Ives a common or rare name?
Ives is an uncommon name, ranked #38608 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Ives?
Ives pairs well with Ado, Eury, Connard, Angeline in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Ives?
Related spellings include Iverson, Iver.

About the Name Ives

Ives is a boy name .

Ives is currently ranked #38,608 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Ives include Iverson, Iver . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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