# What Does the Name Ife Mean?

Ife is a girl name of Yoruba origin. It means “love”.

**Origin:** Yoruba

  **Gender:** girl

  **Pronunciation:** ee-FEH

## Listen: how to pronounce Ife

The name Ife comes from Yoruba roots, where it carries the meaning “love”. It is pronounced ee-FEH.

Is Ife a boy or girl name? Ife is a girl name, used for girls.

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Ife?

Ife means “love”. It is a name of Yoruba origin.

### What origin is the name Ife?

Ife is of Yoruba origin.

### Is Ife a boy or girl name?

Ife is a girl name, used for girls.

### How do you pronounce Ife?

Ife is pronounced ee-FEH. Listen to the audio pronunciation above.