Levi
Levi first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2022, when 9,869 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 9,642.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Levi popular?
Near its peak Levi is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2022.
| 2020s | 57,122 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 78,001 | |
| 2000s | 29,477 | |
| 1990s | 20,408 | |
| 1980s | 12,648 | |
| 1970s | 3,798 | |
| 1960s | 1,501 | |
| 1950s | 1,997 | |
| 1940s | 1,774 | |
| 1930s | 1,842 | |
| 1920s | 2,396 | |
| 1910s | 1,773 | |
| 1900s | 664 | |
| 1890s | 685 | |
| 1880s | 927 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Levi mean?
From the Hebrew verb lawah, 'to join, attach, accompany.' Genesis 29:34 explains the name by Leah's hope that her husband will now be 'joined' to her — a biblical folk etymology, but one that rests on the genuine root l-w-h.
Nicknames for Levi
- Lev
Variants & spellings
- Levy
- Leevi
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Levi mean?
Levi means joined, attached. From the Hebrew verb lawah, 'to join, attach, accompany.' Genesis 29:34 explains the name by Leah's hope that her husband will now be 'joined' to her — a biblical folk etymology, but one that rests on the genuine root l-w-h.
What is the origin of the name Levi?
Levi is of hebrew origin.
How do you pronounce Levi?
Levi is pronounced “LEE-vye.”
Is Levi a boy or a girl name?
Levi is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Levi a popular name right now?
Levi is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2022.
How popular is the name Levi?
In 2025, Levi ranked #12 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Levi most popular?
Levi was most popular in 2022, when about 9,869 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Levi?
Common nicknames for Levi include Lev.
What names are similar to Levi?
Names similar to Levi include Asher, Eli, Caleb, Noah.
What names go well with Levi?
hebrew names that pair well with Levi include James, Michael, John, David, Mary.