Ivica

Ivica (Ивица) is a male first name that is considered a diminutive or affectionate form of the Slavic name Ivan. This, in turn, is a variant of Johannes, which has its origin in the ancient Greek Iōánnēs (Ἰωάννης).

What does the name Ivica mean?

The name Ivica (Ивица) is derived as a diminutive or affectionate form of the Slavic name Ivan, which is a form of Johannes, with a root in the ancient Greek Iōánnēs (Ἰωάννης). Figuratively, it is interpreted as 'the Lord is gracious' or 'the Lord is merciful' and can also be understood as 'the God-given' or 'gift of God.' The name has its roots in the ancient Hebrew Yôchânân or Yehochanan, with the meaning derived from the components yo (יֹו) and yeho (יְהוֹ) for 'the name of God' and ḥanán (חָנַן) for 'to be gracious,' 'to show mercy,' 'to favor,' or 'to have compassion.' In the late Middle Ages, Johannes was the most common baptismal name in Germany, particularly due to the veneration of Johannes the Baptist, an apostle and evangelist. Other variants of the name include Iwan, Ivano, Ivanko, Ivisa, Wanko, Wanja, and Yvan.

Where does the name Ivica come from?

Ivica is a male first name of ancient Hebrew origin with the meaning 'the Lord is gracious.'

How do you pronounce Ivica?

The pronunciation of Ivica is three syllables and sounds lively and fluid. In German phonetics, the name is usually pronounced as 'I-vi-ca' [ˈiːvitsa], which results in a rhythmic and clearly structured sound sequence. The 'vi' provides a gentle uplift in the middle, while the 'ca' forms a clear and slightly swinging conclusion. This phonetic design gives Ivica a friendly and agile note - it sounds open and carries a Southeast European imprint.

When is the name day of Ivica?

The name day for Ivica is celebrated on June 24, September 13, and December 27.

Popularity

In Germany, Ivica is a rare first name. In 2021, it ranked 5,195th on the list of the most popular male baby names. Its best ranking was in 1978 at 163rd place. In the last ten years, Ivica has been given as a first name about 40 times, placing it at 3,945th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it holds the 4,425th position.

Nicknames & pet names

Ici / Ico / Ivi

Famous people

• Ivica Ancic (tennis player from Croatia)
• Ivica Astalos (German illustrator)
• Ivica Belas (handball player from Austria)
• Ivica Dikic (Croatian writer)
• Ivica Dimcevski (basketball player from Macedonia)
• Ivica Dragutinovic (Serbian footballer)
• Ivica Dzidic (Yugoslav football player)
• Ivica Frkic (Yugoslav footballer)
• Ivica Grlic (footballer from Bosnia and Herzegovina)
• Ivica Grnja (Croatian football player)
• Ivica Guberac (Yugoslav football player)
• Ivica Gvozden (Yugoslav footballer)
• Ivica Ivicevic (Croatian footballer)
• Ivica Ivusic (footballer from Croatia)
• Ivica Jevtic (Serbian volleyball player)
• Ivica Jozic (footballer from Bosnia and Herzegovina)
• Ivica Kostelić (Croatian alpine skier (brother of Janica Kostelić, who is also an alpine skier))
• Ivica Kralj (Serbian football player)
• Ivica Majstorovic (German football player)
• Ivica Maras (Yugoslav footballer)