Ike

At a Glance: Name: Ike – Meaning: pet form of Isaac ('he laughs') – Origin: English (pet form of Isaac, also a nickname tradition from the surname Eisenhower) – Gender: primarily used for boys – Pronunciation: IKE (rhymes with bike)

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Ike began as a pet form of Isaac, carrying the meaning "he laughs," and it settled into English as a nickname in its own right — including as the familiar short form tied to the surname Eisenhower. It's a short, easy name with a warm meaning already built in.

Meaning & Origin of Ike

Meaning: Pet form of Isaac ('he laughs').

Origin: English (pet form of Isaac, also a nickname tradition from the surname Eisenhower).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Ike

Phonetic: IKE (rhymes with bike)   IPA: /aɪk/

Popularity of Ike

Ike was far more common generations ago, reaching its peak at #184 in 1884 with 76 babies given the name that year; by 2024 it had dropped to #2959, with just 42 babies named Ike.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Ike mean?

Pet form of Isaac (‘he laughs’). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Ike)

How do you pronounce Ike?

Ike is pronounced IKE (rhymes with bike) (IPA: /aɪk/).

Is Ike a popular name right now?

Ike peaked at #184 in 1884 and is ranked #2959 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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