Ives
boy nameIves entered the US charts in 1919, peaked at #3708 in 1926, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1919–2025
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rank today
#3708
peak (1926)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4168 |
| 1920s | #3708 |
| 1980s | #6315 |
| 2000s | #10667 |
| 2010s | #11515 |
| 2020s | #9900 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Ives are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Ives is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ives in 2025?
- Ives is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Ives most popular?
- Ives peaked in 1926, reaching #3708 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ives with classmates?
- Ives will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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