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Athanasios vs Liev

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Liev

Boy #4,186 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"lion"

Origin: Yiddish/Russian

Cultural Roots

Jewish Yiddish Russian Eastern European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,186
Total SSA Count
26
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Athanasios Rank #4,541
Liev Rank #4,186

Liev is more popular, ranked #4186 vs #4541 for Athanasios.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Athanasios or Liev more popular?

Liev is more popular, ranked #4186 compared to Athanasios at #4541 in the United States.

What do Athanasios and Liev mean?

Athanasios means "immortal, deathless" (Ancient Greek origin). Liev means "lion" (Yiddish/Russian origin).

Are Athanasios and Liev boy or girl names?

Athanasios is primarily a boy name. Liev is primarily a boy name.

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