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Zevi
How to Pronounce Zevi
Pronounced TSEH-vee /ΛtsΙ.vi/Medium
Meaning: Spelling of Tzvi/Zvi β from Hebrew tzvi, 'a deer, a gazelle; splendor, beauty'Medium
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
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History & Origin
Zevi is a spelling of Tzvi/Zvi β from Hebrew tzvi, 'a deer, a gazelle; splendor, beauty'. A soft, traditional name in Jewish communities (often coupled with the Yiddish Hirsch, 'deer'; said 'TSEH-vee').
In the U.S. it appears in Jewish families. Rare, a-deer-or-splendor at the root, and swift.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Zevi mean?
Zevi is Hebrew for 'a deer, a gazelle; splendor, beauty'.
How do you pronounce Zevi?
It's said TSEH-vee /ΛtsΙ.vi/ β two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Zevi a boy or girl name?
Zevi is a boy's name.
How popular is Zevi?
Zevi is a rare name, used in Jewish communities.