Ivry is a unique and distinctive given name of Hebrew origin. It is derived from the Hebrew word "ivri," which means "Hebrew" or "one who comes from the other side." In the Bible, Ivri refers to Abram (later renamed Abraham) before he was circumcised, as he was considered an Ivri because he came from the other side of the river. The name Ivry is believed to have been popularized in France during the Middle Ages by a character in a medieval French poem called "Le Roman de la Rose." In this poem, Ivry is depicted as a wise and noble knight who represents the ideal of courtly love. Today, Ivry is still a relatively uncommon given name, but it remains a unique and meaningful choice for parents looking for an distinctive name with a rich history and cultural significance.
The name Ivry has seen a fluctuating but generally increasing trend in popularity over the past century in the United States. In 1919, there were five babies named Ivry, and while it took nearly eight decades for that number to reach double digits again, it has done so consistently since then.
From 2013 onwards, the number of newborns receiving the name Ivry each year has steadily increased, reaching a peak of 21 births in 2022. This indicates a growing preference for this unique name among parents in recent years.
However, despite this upward trend, Ivry remains relatively uncommon compared to more popular names. Between 1919 and 2023, a total of 139 babies were named Ivry in the United States.