Tzivi

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Pronounced TSIV-ee /ˈtsɪv.i/Medium

Meaning: A pet form of Tzivia/Tzvia — from the Hebrew tzvi, 'a deer; a gazelle' (a symbol of grace and swiftness)Low

In 30 seconds: A deer; a gazelle: Tzivi is Hebrew/Yiddish. Sweet, classic, and warm (said 'TSIV-ee').

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Origin LowHebrew, Yiddish

MeaningA pet form of Tzivia/Tzvia — from the Hebrew tzvi, 'a deer; a gazelle' (a symbol of grace and swiftness)

U.S. rank (2025)#11850 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births8 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 36

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

Tzivi is a pet form of Tzivia/Tzvia — from the Hebrew tzvi, 'a deer; a gazelle' (a symbol of grace and swiftness). A sweet, classic name (said 'TSIV-ee').

In the U.S. it appears in Jewish families. Rare, a-deer at the root, and sweet.

Did you know? Tzivi is a pet form of Tzivia, from the Hebrew tzvi, 'a deer; a gazelle' (a symbol of grace) — a sweet, classic name (said 'TSIV-ee').

Overall data confidence 40%

References — Tzivi — Hebrew etymology

Variations

TziviaTzviaCivia

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Tzivi mean?

Tzivi is a pet form of Tzivia — Hebrew 'a deer; a gazelle'.

How do you pronounce Tzivi?

It's said TSIV-ee /ˈtsɪv.i/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Tzivi a boy or girl name?

Tzivi is a girl's name.

How popular is Tzivi?

Tzivi is a very rare name in the U.S.