Rising since 2021, #10,107 for girls today.
Popularity of Ibbie since 1889
Babies named Ibbie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 |
| 1890s | 5 |
| 1900s | 0 |
| 1910s | 6 |
| 1920s | 0 |
| 1930s | 11 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 79 |
Meaning & origin
Ibbie is a historical diminutive of Elizabeth that has recently seen a slight uptick in usage. First recorded in the U.S. in 1889, it remained extremely rare for over a century. However, since 2021 its trajectory has been rising, reaching a peak rank in 2024 before holding steady in 2025 at rank 10,107. With a 1-in-178,585 occurrence, Ibbie is still a needle-in-a-haystack choice, reflecting the broader revival of vintage nickname names. While it has no recorded top states, its sound fits well with other turn-of-the-century revivals like Millie and Archie. Ibbie offers a fresh yet authentic alternative for parents seeking a name with deep roots in the Elizabeth family.
Ibbie is a diminutive of Elizabeth, which comes from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning 'God is my abundance' or 'God is my oath'. Historically, Elizabeth has been a royal name across Europe, and its nicknames like Ibbie emerged as affectionate forms in English-speaking countries during the 19th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ib, Ibs
Variants: Iby, Ibbey, Ibbi, Ibbie
Sibling names for Ibbie
Names that share Ibbie's style, for a brother or sister.
