Ivyanna
A feminine name derived from the plant name ivy, symbolizing fidelity and eternity.
Name Census estimates that about 654 living Americans carry the first name Ivyanna. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Ivyanna today is around 11 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ivyanna births was 2012 (48 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ivyanna. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
654
~ 1 in 524,089 Americans
Peak year
2012
48 babies that year
Average age
11
years old
2024 SSA rank
#3,291
Tracked since 1999
Popularity
Ivyanna: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Ivyanna from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 343 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Ivyanna remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ivyanna by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Ivyanna during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Ivyannas live
The SSA's state-level files cover 5 states and territories. Texas, Florida, Tennessee recorded the most babies named Ivyanna, while North Carolina, Mississippi, Tennessee recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 27 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Ivyanna
The name Ivyanna is a relatively modern feminine given name with roots in multiple languages and cultures. Its origins can be traced back to the English word "ivy," derived from the Old English "ifig," referring to the evergreen climbing plant. The second part, "anna," is a common ending found in many feminine names, originating from the Hebrew name "Hannah," meaning "grace" or "favor."
One of the earliest known uses of the name Ivyanna dates back to the late 19th century in parts of Eastern Europe, where it was likely influenced by the Slavic name "Ivana" or "Ivanna." However, it did not gain widespread popularity until the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
While no significant historical figures are directly associated with the name Ivyanna, a few notable individuals have borne this name in recent times. Ivyanna Rodriguez, born in 1985, is an American actress and model known for her roles in various television shows and films. Ivyanna Noel, born in 2005, is a young American singer and social media personality who gained recognition for her music covers on platforms like YouTube.
Another individual named Ivyanna is Ivyanna Romeyn, a contemporary American artist and photographer based in New York City, known for her vibrant and surrealistic works. Ivyanna Villaverde, born in 1998, is a professional tennis player from Spain who has competed in several international tournaments.
Additionally, Ivyanna Lively, born in 2000, is an American social media influencer and fashion blogger, known for her unique style and trendsetting aesthetics shared with her online followers.
While the name Ivyanna has gained popularity in recent decades, its roots can be traced back to various linguistic and cultural influences, combining the English word for a plant with a common Hebrew name ending. Despite its relatively modern usage, the name has been adopted by individuals across different fields and backgrounds, adding to its diversity and appeal.
People
Ivyanna + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ivyanna as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with I
Other first names starting with I with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Ivyanna: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ivyanna?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 654 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ivyanna going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 524,089 US residents.
Is Ivyanna a common name?
We classify Ivyanna as "Very Rare". It ranks above 87% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 659 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ivyanna most popular?
The single biggest year for Ivyanna was 2012, when 48 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ivyanna is about 11 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Ivyanna a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ivyanna in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.