Ivory
Ivory: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Ivory
- A male given name from English.
- A female given name from English.
Etymology
The surname is habitational from Ivry in Normandy, and in some cases patronymic from a diminutive of Ivor. The modern given name is associated with ivory.
How popular is Ivory?
Since 1880, 14,546 girls and 8,568 boys in the U.S. have been named Ivory (63% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #378 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #447 in 1906. In 2025 it ranked #378 for girls, with 840 babies given the name.
Names similar to Ivory
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Sibling name ideas for Ivory
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Ivory FAQ
What does the name Ivory mean?
A male given name from English. A female given name from English. The surname is habitational from Ivry in Normandy, and in some cases patronymic from a diminutive of Ivor. The modern given name is associated with ivory.
What is the origin of the name Ivory?
Ivory is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Ivory?
Since 1880, 14,546 girls and 8,568 boys in the U.S. have been named Ivory (63% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #378 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #447 in 1906. In 2025 it ranked #378 for girls, with 840 babies given the name.
Is Ivory a boy or girl name?
Ivory is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (14,546 girls and 8,568 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.