Ike
Ike is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Laughter or he will laugh.
Origin and history
Ike originated as a diminutive of Isaac, derived from the Hebrew name Yitzchak meaning 'he will laugh' or 'laughter'. Historically used as an independent name, it gained iconic status in the 20th century due to U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower's famous nickname. Today, it remains a rare but recognizable classic name in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
7,342 babies in the United States have been named Ike since 1880. It ranks #1413 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1598.
States where it is most popular
- TX (20.6 %)
- MS (17.1 %)
- GA (13.5 %)
- AL (12.5 %)
- LA (9.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 528 |
| 1890-1900 | 448 |
| 1900-1910 | 418 |
| 1910-1920 | 671 |
| 1920-1930 | 700 |
| 1930-1940 | 465 |
| 1940-1950 | 546 |
| 1950-1960 | 721 |
| 1960-1970 | 418 |
| 1970-1980 | 377 |
| 1980-1990 | 337 |
| 1990-2000 | 274 |
| 2000-2010 | 454 |
| 2010-2019 | 656 |
| 2020-2029 | 329 |
Famous people named Ike
- Ike Turner: Musician, Songwriter
- Ike Taylor: American Football Player
- Ike Davis: Baseball Player
Fun facts
- General and U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower popularized the nickname through the iconic political slogan 'I Like Ike'.
- It functions as the traditional English diminutive for Isaac, referencing the biblical story of Abraham and Sarah.