Pledged to God
A vintage diminutive of Isabel or Elizabeth, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Elisheba. It signifies a solemn promise or oath made to a divine power. While once common in the 19th century, it is now a rare and quirky alternative to more popular nicknames like Libby or Abby.
Less common today
Ibbie isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,859 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character in the novel 'The Glimmering' · The Glimmering
