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I love the name Anya, it’s one of my favorites. Ivy is really pretty. For Grace, it’s not my favorite, but I totally see the appeal.

In order of preference: Ivy, Grace, Anya.
I think Anya is plain.
I think Grace is... plain, but also exudes quiet classiness at the same time.
I think Ivy sounds head-strong without being too in-your-face. I've always liked it.

I used to not care about Anya, but now I love it. I'm glad it's getting more popular, it's such a cute and welcoming name, and I also like it as a nickname for Anastasia.

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I adore plant names, and it's no wonder Ivy has recently become a favourite in the UK. It has a beautiful sound too.

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I disliked Grace in the past, but I have lately seen its appeal. It's timeless and evokes a positive imagery.

Not a pleasing trio. I prefer Anne to any of its many versions, and I don't see the point of using a version from a foreign language, unless there is a good reason. And "Let's go exotic!" doesn't count. Plant names aren't top of my pops, and Ivy is one of the most annoying plants in real life, so, No. Plus, starting with I sounds rather conceited though I know it shouldn't. As for Grace, the religious meaning means less than nothing to me, so I'm left with gracious and graceful, both of which are OK as words, but as name meanings or extensions, not really. What if poor Grace is clumsy and unfriendly? Too risky!