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IvyChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Faithful, Loyal, Binds, Bonds

Pronunciation: AY-vee

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Name
Ivy
Meaning
Faithful, Loyal, Binds, Bonds
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
AY-vee
Lucky Number
4
4
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Ivy mean?

Ivy is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Faithful". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: AY-vee. Lucky number: 4. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Κλήμη

κλήμα βότανο με πράσινα φύλλα

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

AY-vee

IPA

/ˈaɪvi/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Ivy is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Faithful. Category: Virtue.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

4

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

GreenYellow

Lucky Stone

Jade

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: Nurturer and healer, with a strong desire for harmony and balance.

Personality

Personality Traits

CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes steadfastness and commitment in spiritual and personal relationships.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Sophia is the most popular given name in the world and is well-liked across many cultures. It has a rich and diverse history and is associated with royalty, intelligence, and beauty.
The name Sophia reminds us of the importance of wisdom and knowledge, not just worldly knowledge, but spiritual wisdom as well. It is a name that embodies the desire for enlightenment and a deeper understanding of the world and ourselves.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Ivy was a popular name in medieval Europe. The name Ivy carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Middle Ages

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Ivy QueenIvy CulpaIvy George

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Ivy

evergreen climbing plant with green leaves

🇮🇱Hebrew

אייבי

צמח מקודש עם עלים ירוקים

🇬🇷Greek

Κλήμη

κλήμα βότανο με πράσινα φύλλα

🇮🇹Latin

Hedera

vitis sacra cum foliis viridibus

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