Ivaylo

Ivaylo (Ивайло) is a male first name of Bulgarian origin. The literal translation of the name is 'the wolf' or, more freely interpreted, 'strong as a wolf'.

What does the name Ivaylo mean?

Ivaylo (Ивайло) is a male first name originating from Bulgaria. It literally means 'the wolf' or 'strong as the wolf'. Its roots likely lie in the Old Germanic word *wulfaz, which also means 'wolf'. An alternative spelling of the name is Ivailo. The feminine forms are Ivayla and Ivaila. The name became well-known through a Bulgarian czar who lived in the 13th century.

Where does the name Ivaylo come from?

The name Ivaylo has its roots in Old Germanic and means 'the wolf'.

How do you pronounce Ivaylo?

The pronunciation of Ivaylo is three syllables and is characterized by a lively vowel movement. The name is usually pronounced as 'I-vai-lo' [iˈvaɪ̯lo], starting with a clear I sound. The diphthong in the middle syllable adds dynamism, while the open O harmoniously rounds off the name. Ivaylo sounds sonorous and spirited – lively, gentle, and yet distinctive.

When is the name day of Ivaylo?

In Bulgaria, the name day of Ivaylo is celebrated on January 7.

Popularity

In Germany, the first name Ivaylo enjoys great popularity. Currently, it ranks 2,073rd on the list of the most common male first names. In the last ten years, Ivaylo has been used as a first name about 80 times, securing it the 2,792nd place in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 3,367th. For the global popularity and distribution of Ivaylo, here are the current rankings from various countries.

Nicknames & pet names

Ivko / Ivo / Ivtscho