Ivet

“yew tree” — Symbolize longevity

Bulgarian origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#7403US 2023

15Births / yr

↑Rising

251All-time births

📅 Since 197700

What does Ivet mean and where does it come from?

Ivet is primarily of Bulgarian and Czech origin, where it is associated with various meanings such as 'yew tree' in Bulgarian and 'life' in Czech. The yew tree carries connotations of immortality and vitality, often used in literature to symbolize longevity. The name is popular especially in Eastern

Cultural significance

Ivet has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Bulgarian-speaking communities, where it reflects values of yew tree.

Peak popularity

Reached #5243 in 2000 — currently #7403 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Ivet?

Ivet works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Ivet Grace

How popular is Ivet right now?

Rising fast — up 3307 spots — currently #7403 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#7403 · Top 5.5%

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2000

2005

2010

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7403	15	▲ up 3307 · +67% births
2022	#10710	9	▲ up 3460 · +50% births
2021	#14170	6	▼ down 5107 · -45% births
2020	#9063	11	▲ up 6411 · +83% births
2010	#15474	6	▼ down 374
2005	#15100	6	▼ down 9857 · -73% births
2000	#5243	22	▲ up 5859 · +214% births
1995	#11102	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Ivet

Best Year2000Rank #5243

Peak Count22

Average Rank#11033

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1995 - 20238 years

The story of Ivet

Ivet is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1977. With 251 total births recorded, Ivet remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11102 in 1995 to #7403 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Ivet in 2000:

Emily Hannah Madison Ashley Sarah

Ivet by decade

Ivet peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	5
1980s	21
1990s	66
2000s ★	112
2010s	36
2020s	11

💎Ivet has only 251 total recorded births since 1977 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Ivet?

CROATIAN

Ivona

CZECH

IvkaIvona

DANISH

Yvonne

DUTCH

IvonneYvonne

What names sound and feel like Ivet?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Ivet also consider these

Scotland · Scandinavian

Ibet

Spain · A diminutive of

Ilet

Hebrew · a little heifer

Izet

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Evet

Turkey · life

Iet

International · A International name

How is Ivet written in other languages?

Ивет

Bulgarian

What are the boy versions of Ivet?

Ivo ANCIENT GERMANIC Erwan BRETON Erwann BRETON Ivo CZECH Ivo DUTCH Yvo DUTCH Yves FRENCH Yvon FRENCH Ivo GERMAN Ives HISTORY Ivo ITALIAN Iwo POLISH Ivo PORTUGUESE

Common questions about the name Ivet

What does the name Ivet mean?

Ivet means "yew tree" — a name rooted in Bulgarian tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Ivet?

Ivet is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Ivet have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Ivet?

Ivet originates from Bulgarian tradition. Bulgarian names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Ivet trending right now?

Ivet is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Ivet a common or rare name?

Ivet is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.