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Ivo

BoyFrench

Ivo is a boy name of French origin meaning "God is gracious".

About this name

Gender
Boy
Language
French
Popularity
74 / 100
Syllables
1
Length
3 letters
Meaning
God is gracious
Etymology
Ivo is a masculine given name, in use in various European languages. The name used in western European languages originates as a Normannic name recorded since the High Middle Ages, and the French name Yves is a variant of it. The unrelated South Slavic name is a variant of the name Ivan (John).

Famous People Named Ivo

  • Ivo AndrićYugoslav novelist (1892–1975)
  • Ivo JosipovićCroatian politician, third President of Croatia
  • Ivo SanaderCroatian politician, former Prime Minister
  • Ivo UlichCzech businessman, former association football player
  • Ivo ViktorCzech footballer

Frequently Asked Questions About Ivo

What does the name Ivo mean?

Ivo means "God is gracious", and is of French origin.

What is the origin of the name Ivo?

Ivo originates from French.

Is Ivo a boy or girl name?

Ivo is typically used as a boy name.

Are there famous people named Ivo?

Yes — notable people named Ivo include Ivo Andrić (Yugoslav novelist, 1892–1975), Ivo Josipović (Croatian politician), Ivo Sanader (Croatian politician), Ivo Ulich (Czech businessman) and Ivo Viktor (Czech footballer).

Last updated: June 2026