Ivy
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US Popularity:95
Origin:British
Meaning:Climbing evergreen plant
Ivy is a girl's name of British origin that's rich with charm. The Bump user JustSadie points out its evocative nature: “It makes me think of pretty green ivy climbing up a brick wall.” With the climbing plant in mind, Ivy represents eternity and fidelity. In ancient Greece, newlyweds wore ivy wreaths to show their loyalty and devotion to one another. The plant is also associated with Christmas, so Ivy may be a fitting choice if you're expecting an arrival during the most wonderful time of the year.
In the world of showbiz, of course, Beyoncé and Jay-Z made headlines when they named their daughter Blue Ivy in 2012.
Classic and evergreen like the plant itself, Ivy is a timeless choice.
How Popular Is The Name Ivy?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Ivy is currently #32 on The Bump
Girl:Ivy is currently #29 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Ivy is currently #95 in U.S. births
Girl:Ivy is currently #36 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
#36
in 2024
+ 2
from 2023
Sources
WordSense Dictionary, Ivy
The Washington Post, Beyonce’s baby: Blue Ivy and what’s in her name, January 2012
Brooklyn Museum, Wreath, Greek
The Guardian, Ivy: the forgotten festive plant, December 2013
Woodland Trust, Ivy
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