Levi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Levi is a Hebrew name meaning 'joined' or 'attached', originating from the biblical figure Levi, son of Jacob. The name has evolved through various languages and retains a strong cultural significance, particularly in Jewish tradition. It is often associated with traits of loyalty and faithfulness. In modern times, it is viewed positively and remains popular across different communities.
The name Levi is most popular in Alaska, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Levi has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Levi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 360th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 437th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 549th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 435th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 187th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 116th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28th out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8681st out of 9204 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9267th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6484th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5855th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2716th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Levi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Levi"
Pronunciation
/ˈliːvaɪ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Levi comes from the Hebrew word 'levi' meaning 'joined' or 'attached'. In the Bible, Levi was the third son of Jacob and Leah, and the founder of the Tribe of Levi.
Meaning
Joined, attached
Language Evolution
Levi (Hebrew), Levi (Latin), Levi (Old French), Levi (English)
Biblical Background
Levi is a significant biblical figure, being one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The Levites were set apart for religious duties.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century, particularly among Jewish communities, and has remained common since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Levy, Levia, Levan, Leviah
Modern Popularity & Image
Levi is currently perceived as a strong and timeless name, popular across various cultures and often associated with positive traits such as loyalty and faithfulness.
Famous People
Levi Strauss (founder of Levi Strauss & Co.), Levi Miller (actor), Levi Ponce (artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Levi"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Levi"
"Levi" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 360th of 7545 | 4,327 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 437th of 6773 | 3,305 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 549th of 7552 | 3,545 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 435th of 10718 | 5,530 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 187th of 16616 | 25,425 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 116th of 24088 | 55,957 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 28th of 23106 | 105,451 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8681st of 9204 | 6 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9267th of 19264 | 55 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6484th of 27321 | 190 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5855th of 35406 | 335 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2716th of 30306 | 768 |
Regional Popularity of "Levi" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
28.46% 403rd/1416 |
33.79% 466th/1379 |
12.05% 285th/2366 |
65.67% 750th/1142 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
32.66% 505th/1546 |
31.23% 486th/1556 |
14.62% 344th/2353 |
42.99% 665th/1547 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
25.19% 561st/2227 |
22.35% 543rd/2430 |
16.68% 476th/2853 |
28.00% 777th/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
12.87% 378th/2937 |
14.07% 490th/3483 |
16.34% 575th/3518 |
7.91% 320th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
3.36% 124th/3685 |
5.97% 267th/4475 |
4.64% 241st/5194 |
2.72% 172nd/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
1.90% 87th/4582 |
2.83% 146th/5164 |
1.56% 114th/7313 |
1.93% 144th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
0.50% 20th/3984 |
1.07% 48th/4487 |
0.34% 23rd/6822 |
0.49% 31st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Levi" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
69.51% 5083rd/7313 |
70.95% 5295th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
62.47% 2803rd/4487 |
40.71% 2777th/6822 |
36.28% 2277th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Levi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Levi" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.