Ife Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationEE-feh / /ˈiː.fɛ/Yoruba
Meaning
Love; affection
Historical & Cultural Background
Ife is a name of Yoruba origin, a prominent ethnic group in Nigeria. The name reflects the cultural significance of love and affection in Yoruba society. Ife is also associated with the ancient city of Ile-Ife, which is considered the spiritual home of the Yoruba people. The city has a rich history and is known for its artistic and cultural heritage.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ife was first seen in the United States in 1970. Ife has ranked as high as #1084 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Ife has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ife (1981)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 14 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 10 |