Declining since 2015.
Popularity of Ivalee since 1908
Babies named Ivalee per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 12 |
| 1910s | 57 |
| 1920s | 147 |
| 1930s | 84 |
| 1940s | 15 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 49 |
| 2020s | 25 |
Meaning & origin
Ivalee is a rare and delicate name of modern origin, first appearing in U.S. records in 1908. It reached its peak usage in 1929, during the height of the 1920s, a decade when -lee suffix names were fashionable. Since 2015, its usage has been falling, and it has not cracked the top 1000 ranks in recent decades. Its indistinct meaning adds to its enigmatic charm, likely a blend of Ivy and Lee. While no top states are associated with Ivalee, it remains a niche choice for parents seeking an old-fashioned yet uncommon name. The name's trajectory shows a gentle decline, suggesting it is a relic of early 20th century naming trends.
Ivalee first appeared in U.S. birth records around 1908, but it does not have a traditional derivation from an older language. It is likely a modern coinage blending the name Ivy (from the plant name) with the popular suffix -lee, or perhaps a variant of the surname Ival or a feminization of Ivan. The name saw its highest usage in the 1920s and has since declined in popularity.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ivy, Lee, Val
Variants: Ivaley, Ivaleigh, Ivalie
Sibling names for Ivalee
Names that share Ivalee's style, for a brother or sister.
