Ives
Pronunciation: [ EYEVZ ]
Does Ives flow with your last name?
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
Reviewed by the NamingEverything Editorial Team · Updated
Similar Names
Names Like Ives
Same sound, same style — different options
Meaning & Origin
Playground Safety
Similar to Ives
See all →What the Ives report tells you
$9Personalized to your state, siblings, and priorities. Free playground safety preview included.
Is Ives the #1 name in your state, or barely on the radar?
Enter your other kids' names. We score how well they sound together.
Playground safety check is free. Full report is $9.
What do you want to do with this name?
Add it to your shortlist. Not losing this one.
Put Ives head-to-head with your other picks.
Start comparing →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 .
Popularity Over Time
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Names You Might Also Love
See all →"angel, divine messenger"
"wolf"
"excellence, superior quality"
"Farm or dwelling for a herd of animals"
"descendant of the red one"
Compare Ives with:
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,608
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
-
Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
-
Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
-
Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
-
Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, quick 1-1 syllable combo
-
Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
-
Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
-
Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
-
Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
Sibling Match
Premium
Check how Ives fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.
Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.
Similar Names
See all names like Ives →For Parents
Start a baby registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
The Baby Name Wizard
Names that age well — book
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Compare Ives with...
Can't decide?
Start a tournament bracket with Ives and other names you're considering.
Start a TournamentLike this name?
Check how Ives sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.
Analyze This NameExplore More Generators
-
🧝
Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
-
🐾
Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
-
🎭
Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres
Names You Might Also Like
View all →Greek origin
"angel, divine messenger"
#38,530 in US
Norman French origin
"wolf"
#38,681 in US
Latin origin
"excellence, superior quality"
#38,796 in US
Old English origin
"Farm or dwelling for a herd of animals"
#38,650 in US
Old Norse origin
"descendant of the red one"
#38,411 in US
Latin / Slavic origin
"soldier (from Latin miles) or graciou..."
#38,451 in US
Old Germanic origin
"brave advisor"
#38,737 in US
Save Your Name Card
Download a shareable image with Ives's meaning, origin, and popularity. Ready for Instagram, Pinterest, or texting to your partner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ives
Is Ives a boy or girl name?
How do you pronounce Ives?
How popular is the name Ives?
Is Ives a common or rare name?
What boy names are similar to Ives?
Browse all middle names, sibling names, or similar names.
About the Name Ives
Keep Exploring
Recommended for Parents
Start a registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
Baby Name Wizard
Names that actually age well
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis