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IVE is a South Korean girl group formed by Starship Entertainment in 2021.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

IVE is a South Korean girl group formed by Starship Entertainment in 2021. The six-member group debuted on 1 December 2021 with the single album "Eleven" and has become one of the most successful K-pop acts of its generation. Their lineup consists of Gaeul, An Yu-jin, Rei, Jang Won-young, Liz and Leeseo.

History

IVE was formed by Starship Entertainment and introduced in late 2021. The group made its official debut with "Eleven" on 1 December 2021 and quickly gained attention in the K-pop market.

Members

The group has six members: Gaeul, An Yu-jin, Rei, Jang Won-young, Liz and Leeseo. The lineup includes five South Korean members and one Japanese member.

Music and image

IVE is associated with K-pop and pop-oriented styles, including bubblegum pop and electronic music. The group is often described as promoting polished, confident and youthful concepts.

Commercial reception

IVE achieved major commercial success soon after debut and became known for strong chart performance and high sales. Several of its songs have been widely circulated online and received broad public attention.

Key facts

  • IVE is a six-member South Korean girl group under Starship Entertainment.
  • The group debuted on 1 December 2021 with the single album "Eleven".
  • Its name is commonly understood as an abbreviation of "I have".
  • The group's members are Gaeul, An Yu-jin, Rei, Jang Won-young, Liz and Leeseo.
  • IVE is part of the global K-pop wave with international promotion and fan interest extending into Canada.
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Canadian context

IVE is relevant to Canadian readers as part of the global K-pop wave, with international promotion and fan interest extending into Canada.

Frequently asked questions

What does IVE stand for?
IVE is commonly described as an abbreviation of "I have".
How many members are in IVE?
IVE has six members.
When did IVE debut?
IVE debuted on 1 December 2021.
Who formed IVE?
IVE was formed by Starship Entertainment.
What is IVE's official fan club name?
The official fan club name is DIVE.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ive_(group)
    Supports: Group name, members, debut date, origin, genres, years active, and agency.
  2. Wikipedia — https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ive_(Band)
    Supports: Six-member lineup, debut date, agency, origin, and official fan club name.
  3. VIP Nation — https://www.vipnation.com/artist/IVE
    Supports: Six-member group, origin, debut with "Eleven," and later releases and touring activity.
  4. Kprofiles — https://kprofiles.com/ive-members-profile/
    Supports: Members, debut date, Japanese debut, and English debut.