Ives
Boy nameIves has been given to 89 babies in the U.S. since 1919. It peaked in 2020.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
89
Peak year
2020 (8 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1919
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Ives — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Ives.
Sibling name ideas for Ives
Same era and popularity as Ives, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Ives?
Ives has been given to 89 babies in the U.S. since 1919. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Ives peak?
Ives peaked in 2020, when 8 babies were given the name.
Is Ives a girl or boy name?
Ives is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Ives are boys).
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