Levi
Levi: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈliː.vaɪ/
Meaning and origin of Levi
- A male given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
Ultimately from Biblical Hebrew לֵוִי (lēwî), of uncertain origin. Doublet of Lewi.
How popular is Levi?
Since 1880, 1,427 girls and 215,013 boys in the U.S. have been named Levi (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2271 in 2020. Its highest rank for boys was #12 in 2021. In 2025 it ranked #12 for boys, with 9,713 babies given the name.
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Levi FAQ
What does the name Levi mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. Ultimately from Biblical Hebrew לֵוִי (lēwî), of uncertain origin. Doublet of Lewi.
What is the origin of the name Levi?
Levi is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Levi?
Since 1880, 1,427 girls and 215,013 boys in the U.S. have been named Levi (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2271 in 2020. Its highest rank for boys was #12 in 2021. In 2025 it ranked #12 for boys, with 9,713 babies given the name.
Is Levi a boy or girl name?
Levi is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 1,427 girls and 215,013 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.