Ife
girl nameIfe entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #4227 in 1974, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1970–2025
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rank today
#4227
peak (1974)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #7079 |
| 1980s | #8150 |
| 1990s | #10988 |
| 2000s | #15204 |
| 2010s | #13680 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Ife are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ife alive today was born around 1981, making them about 44 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ife in 2025?
- Ife is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Ife most popular?
- Ife peaked in 1974, reaching #4227 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ife with classmates?
- Ife will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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