Ilvie

Ilvie is a form of the name Ylvi, which is derived from the Nordic name Ylva. The meaning of the name is 'the little she-wolf'.

What does the name Ilvie mean?

Ilvie is a variation of Ylvi, which is considered a diminutive form of Ylva. The name carries the meaning 'the little she-wolf' and has its origins in the Norse name Ulf, which can be traced back to the Old Norse word úlfr for 'wolf'. Ilvie is quite a rare name. In Germany, Ylvi and Ylvie are the most popular diminutive forms of Ylva. Other variants or diminutive forms include Ilva, Ilvi, Ilvy, Yilva, Ylfa, Ylve, Ylvy, and Ylwa.

Where does the name Ilvie come from?

The name Ilvie comes from Old Norse and means 'the little she-wolf'. The etymology traces back to the Old Norse word úlfr, which means 'the wolf'. The languages in which this name occurs are German and Nordic.

How do you pronounce Ilvie?

The pronunciation of Ilvie is soft and two-syllable. In Germany, the name is usually pronounced as 'Il-vie' [ˈɪlvi]. It begins with a lively, short I sound, and the second syllable sounds bright and friendly. With its clear structure, Ilvie conveys a modern and refined feeling – feminine, harmonious, and light.

When is the name day of Ilvie?

Ilvie, as a variant of Ylva, is celebrated on April 11.

Popularity

In Germany, Ilvie occupies a fairly popular position. The name is currently ranked 710th among the most common female first names. Its best ranking was achieved in 2023 with the 700th position. In the last ten years, Ilvie has been given as a first name about 350 times, placing it at 1,098th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 1,143rd. The global popularity and frequency of Ilvie is reflected in its rankings in various countries.

Nicknames & pet names

Illi / Ilv / Ilvchen / Ivi / Ivie

Similar first names

Famous people

• Ilvie Wittek (Model/Artist)