Gender-Neutral Name · English Origin
Ivory
Ivory is a neutral baby name of English origin, meaning "White elephant tusks". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Ivory often also consider Ivery.
Ivory meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: White elephant tusks
Origin: English naming roots help connect Ivory to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Ivory as I·V·O·R·Y, with 5 letters and a gender-neutral usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Ivory is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Ivory variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Ivorya, Ivorye, Ivoryy, Ivor.
- Nicknames: Ivo and I.
- Middle names: Pair Ivory with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Ivory middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Ivery, Iver, Ivor, Ivar, Ivana — full picks on the sibling names for Ivory guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Ivory? Browse our names like Ivory guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Ivory
What does the name Ivory mean?
Ivory means "White elephant tusks" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Ivory?
Ivory originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Ivory?
Ivory has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Ivory a boy's or girl's name?
Ivory is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Ivory in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Ivory sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Ivory?
Names that share Ivory's sound and style include Ivery, Iver, Ivor, Ivar, Ivana.
What middle names pair well with Ivory?
Good middle-name fits for Ivory pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Ivory is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Ivory is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Ivory?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Ivory share its rhythm without rhyming — Ivery, Iver, Ivor all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.