Name Profile
Ivan
“God is gracious” — Russian
BoyRussian2 syllablesCurrent rank #153 (2024)
About Ivan
Carrying the profound meaning "God is gracious," Ivan is a strong and storied Russian boy's name with deep Slavic roots. Its crisp, two-syllable sound gives it a bold and worldly sophistication that easily crosses cultural boundaries.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginRussian
Syllables2
Nicknames for Ivan
Ivy
Popularity in the U.S.
Ivan ranks #153 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 2,340 births..
Ivan popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Ivan had 2,340 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 3,042 | #138 |
| 2016 | 3,159 | #131 |
| 2017 | 3,043 | #135 |
| 2018 | 2,906 | #133 |
| 2019 | 2,685 | #139 |
| 2020 | 2,419 | #153 |
| 2021 | 2,291 | #168 |
| 2022 | 2,363 | #159 |
| 2023 | 2,387 | #153 |
| 2024 | 2,340 | #153 |
Middle Name Ideas
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ivan mean?
Ivan is commonly linked to the meaning God is gracious and is associated with Russian roots.
Is Ivan a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Ivan ranks #153 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 2,340 births..
What are common nicknames for Ivan?
Popular nicknames include Ivy.