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Ivory

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Ivory is a unisex name of English origin, meaning “Refers to the hard white material from elephant tusks, symbolizing purity and elegance.”. It currently ranks #404 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2024.

Letters5
Syllables3
OriginEnglish

What Ivory Means

Refers to the hard white material from elephant tusks, symbolizing purity and elegance.

The Story of Ivory

This name evokes the smooth, enduring elegance of a precious material, a whisper of purity and refinement for your child.

Ivory is an English word name referring to the hard, white material derived from animal tusks, most famously elephant tusks. Symbolizing purity, elegance, and strength, it became a rare but cherished given name. Its association with preciousness and natural beauty has given it an enduring appeal across cultures.

Saying 'Ivory' feels like touching something smooth and cool, a name that carries a gentle weight. It’s a name that conjures images of quiet grace and inner strength. When you write it on your child’s birth certificate, it will feel like bestowing a gift of subtle elegance and inherent purity, a soft sound that resonates with calm.

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Gender Split

Numerology

9

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Famous Namesakes

  • Ivory Soap

    Well-known brand of soap by Procter & Gamble.

Personality Traits

ElegantRefinedGentleCalm

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Peak Year

#818 in 2024

Total Births

22,269

First Recorded

1880

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