Ive

See also: ive, īve, íve, -ive, IVE, and I've

English

Proper noun

Ive (plural Ives)

1. A surname.
2. A diminutive of the female given name Ivy
   • 2009, Julie Hearn, Ivy, page 80:

     “'e should've bin back by now from 'is 'ouse call. And what's she doin' up? I wants me supper and I wants it in peace.” “she's just goin up,” carroty kate replied quickly. “Ain't yer, Ive?” Ivy looked from one person to another.

Derived terms

• Ivey
• Ivie
• Ivy

 

See also

• St Ive

Walloon

Etymology

Compare French Yves.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /if/

Proper noun

Ive

1. a male given name