Of Latin origin.
From the word “ebur”, meaning “ivory”.
Possibly related to the ancient Greek word «ελέφας» (eléphas), meaning “elephant”.
Ivory is also a form of the name Ivor.
From the Old Norse given name “Ívarr”, derived from the elements “yr”, meaning “bow”, “yew” and “arr”, meaning “warrior”.
Famous male bearers are Ivory Williams, Ivory Joe Hunter, Keenen Ivory Wayans.
Famous female bearers are Ivory Latta, Delores Ivory Davis.