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Lavi

♂ Boy

Pronounced LAH-vee /ˈlɑ.vi/Medium

Meaning: From Hebrew lavi, 'lion'; also linked to 'my heart' (libi); routes layeredMedium

In 30 seconds: Lion-strong and soft: Lavi is Hebrew for 'lion'. Bold, warm, and modern — a popular Israeli name.

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Origin MediumHebrew

MeaningFrom Hebrew lavi, 'lion'; also linked to 'my heart' (libi); routes layered

U.S. rank (2025)#2740 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births47 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2025

Total births (all-time)≈ 285

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Lavi comes from Hebrew lavi, 'lion' (a literary word for the lion's strength and nobility; sometimes linked to libi, 'my heart'; routes layered, which we note). A bold, soft, popular modern name in Israel.

In the U.S. it appears in Jewish and Israeli families. Rare, lion at the root, and bold.

Did you know? Lavi means 'lion' in Hebrew (a poetic word for the noble beast) — a bold, popular modern Israeli name, soft in sound but strong in meaning.

Overall data confidence 75%

Hebrew references — lavi — routes layered

Variations

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lavi mean?

Lavi is Hebrew for 'lion' (and linked to 'my heart'); the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Lavi?

It's said LAH-vee /ˈlɑ.vi/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Lavi a boy or girl name?

Lavi is a boy's name.

How popular is Lavi?

Lavi is a rare name in the U.S.