Meaning: plant name
Ivy is an old-fashioned, granny-type name which (in my opinion!) is well due a comeback. It has such a pretty sound and would make a really surprising and unexpected choice for a little girl. It has recently been used for a character from Downton Abbey, as the name of one of the kitchen maids, which may see it's popularity rise. It has also been used as the middle name for Beyoncé and Jay-Z's baby 'Blue Ivy'.
As a nature name Ivy does have a quirky, alternative feel. I can imagine it on someone who is confident, creative and individual. However, as it's very traditional too I don't think it sounds weird or 'hippyish', as some nature names can.
The only issue I have with this name (and I hope I don't ruin it for anyone with this) is that I sometimes hear it as 'IV', as in an IV you would have in your arm in hospital. I suppose this may be more off-putting if you are from a medical background!
Other names you may like if you are into 'Granny-chic' names: Ada, Sybil, Iris.
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