Lev
Russian · Boy · 1 syllable
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About the name Lev
The given name 'Lev' is derived from the Hebrew word 'lev', meaning 'heart', and is also related to the Slavic word 'lev', meaning 'lion'.
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Etymology
The given name 'Lev' is derived from the Hebrew word 'lev', meaning 'heart', and is also related to the Slavic word 'lev', meaning 'lion'. The name 'Lev' is used in various cultures, including Jewish and Slavic traditions, and has historical significance in the context of Jewish biblical figures, such as the tribe of Levi, and also in Slavic mythology, where Lev was a legendary hero.
Lev currently ranks #1,001 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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