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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Yew wood, bow
- Origin
- Germanic (Frankish, Latinized form used in Dutch, German, and French traditions)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- EE-voh
Ivo is a clean, modern, worldly boy's name, pronounced EE-voh. It's a Germanic name, with Frankish roots and a Latinized form used in Dutch, German, and French traditions, and it means "yew wood" or "bow." Short and easy to say, it carries a quiet international feel.
Meaning & Origin of Ivo
Meaning: Yew wood, bow.
Origin: Germanic (Frankish, Latinized form used in Dutch, German, and French traditions).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Ivo
EE-vohIPA /ˈiːvoʊ/
Popularity of Ivo
Ivo ranked #5292 in the U.S. in 2024, with 18 babies given the name. Its peak came back in 1894, when it reached #1167 with 5 babies, so it has always been a rare pick.
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FAQ
What does the name Ivo mean?
Yew wood, bow. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Ivo?
Ivo is pronounced EE-voh (IPA: /ˈiːvoʊ/).
Is Ivo a popular name right now?
Ivo peaked at #1167 in 1894 and is ranked #5292 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1894–2024.)
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