Zevi

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Zevi Pronunciation

Zevi is pronounced TSEH-vee /ˈtsɛ.vi/Medium

Meaning: Spelling of Tzvi/Zvi — from Hebrew tzvi, 'a deer, a gazelle; splendor, beauty'Medium

In 30 seconds: A swift gazelle: Zevi is Hebrew for 'a deer, a gazelle' (and 'splendor'). Soft, swift, and warm.

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Origin MediumHebrew

MeaningSpelling of Tzvi/Zvi — from Hebrew tzvi, 'a deer, a gazelle; splendor, beauty'

U.S. rank (2024)#5044 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births20 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2020

Total births (all-time)≈ 147

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Zevi is a spelling of Tzvi/Zvi — 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.

Did you know? Tzvi/Zevi means 'a deer, a gazelle; splendor, beauty' in Hebrew (a symbol of grace and swiftness, often paired with Hirsch) — a soft, traditional name (said 'TSEH-vee').

Overall data confidence 78%

Behind the Name — Zvi — etymology

Variations

TzviZviTzvika

Themes & Styles

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Zevi?

Zevi is pronounced TSEH-vee (/ˈtsɛ.vi/). Press play above to hear Zevi said aloud.

How do you say Zevi?

Zevi is said TSEH-vee (/ˈtsɛ.vi/). Press play above to hear Zevi said aloud.

What does the name Zevi mean?

Zevi is Hebrew for 'a deer, a gazelle; splendor, beauty'.

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.