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Rivi
Pronounced RIV-ee /ˈrɪv.i/Medium
Meaning: A pet form of Rivka (Rebecca) — from Hebrew, 'to bind, to join; a snare' (a captivating beauty); also a fond short nameLow
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History & Origin
Rivi is a pet form of Rivka — the Hebrew form of Rebecca, tied to a root meaning 'to bind, to join, to tie' (often read as 'captivating, ensnaring beauty'; the matriarch Rebecca, wife of Isaac; routes layered, which we note). A soft, sweet, affectionate Jewish name (said 'RIV-ee').
In the U.S. it appears in Jewish families. Rare, to-bind-and-join at the root, and sweet.
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What does the name Rivi mean?
Rivi pets Rivka/Rebecca — Hebrew 'to bind, to join' (a captivating beauty); the root is layered.
How do you pronounce Rivi?
It's said RIV-ee /ˈrɪv.i/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Rivi a boy or girl name?
Rivi is a girl's name.
How popular is Rivi?
Rivi is a rare name in the U.S.