"associated with, united"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Levi
Pronunciation: [ l-EEV-eye ]
Boy Name
#12 Most Popular
Rising
2 Syllables
From the priesthood of Israel to the American frontier
Hebrew
English
Christian
Biblical
Modern
Bold
Earthy
Meaning & Origin
"joined, attached, united"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
"pledged, dedicated"
Origin: Alternative Hebrew etymology
Language: Hebrew
Things to Know About This Name
- Strongly associated with Levi's jeans brand (since 1853); most parents see this as a positive association, but some prefer to avoid brand-name connotations
The Story of Levi
Levi comes from the Hebrew 'Lewi,' from the root 'lawah' meaning to join, attach, or accompany. In the Book of Genesis, Levi was the third son of Jacob and Leah — his mother named him Levi saying 'Now my husband will be attached to me.' The Tribe of Levi, the Levites, were the priestly class of ancient Israel, designated to serve in the Tabernacle and later the Temple in Jerusalem.
Levi has been one of the fastest-rising boy's names in the US, entering the top 10 in 2022. It benefits from the trend toward short, strong Old Testament names with contemporary feel. The Levi's jeans brand — founded 1853 by Levi Strauss — gives it an American heritage feel that parents find appealing rather than off-putting.
The Levites were the hereditary priestly class of ancient Israel, giving the name deep religious significance in Judaism. The Tribe of Levi produced Moses and Aaron. In American culture, Levi Strauss created the quintessentially American garment — blue jeans — making the name inseparable from frontier heritage.
Fun Facts
- Levi Strauss founded the company that invented blue jeans in 1853 in San Francisco
- The Tribe of Levi — the Levites — were the priests of ancient Israel, including Moses and Aaron
- Levi entered the US top 10 boy's names in 2022
Levi in Other Languages
French
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German
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Italian
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Spanish
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Famous People Named Levi
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Levi Miller
Actor
2002
Australian actor known for A Wrinkle in Time and Pan
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Levi Eshkol
Politician
1895
Third Prime Minister of Israel who led the country during the Six-Day War
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Levi Strauss
Business
1829
Bavarian-American businessman who founded Levi Strauss and Co. and popularized blue jeans
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Levi (Biblical)
Religious
Third son of Jacob and founder of the priestly Tribe of Levi in the Hebrew Bible
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Levi Ackerman Fictional
Other
Elite soldier and humanity's strongest fighter in the anime Attack on Titan
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #12
- Total SSA Count
- 9,513
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew English Christian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Lev
Pairs Well With
Levi James
Levi Thomas
Levi Alexander
Levi Michael
Levi Noah
Levi John
Levi Samuel
Sibling Names
Also a Girl Name
Levi is also used as a girl name, ranked #2611.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Levi
What does the name Levi mean?
"associated with, united" (from Hebrew). "joined, attached, united" (from Hebrew). "pledged, dedicated" (from Alternative Hebrew etymology). Levi comes from the Hebrew 'Lewi,' from the root 'lawah' meaning to join, attach, or accompany. In the Book of Genesis, Levi was the third son of Jacob and Leah — his mother named him Levi saying 'Now my husband will be attached to me.' The Tribe of Levi, the Levites, were the priestly class of ancient Israel, designated to serve in the Tabernacle and later the Temple in Jerusalem.
What is the origin of the name Levi?
Levi has Hebrew, Alternative Hebrew etymology, English, and Christian origins. In Hebrew, it means "associated with, united". In Hebrew, it means "joined, attached, united". In Alternative Hebrew etymology, it means "pledged, dedicated".
Is Levi a boy or girl name?
Levi is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #12. As a girl name, it is ranked #2611. Levi is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Levi?
Levi is pronounced l-EEV-eye.
How popular is the name Levi?
Levi is currently ranked #12 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Levi?
Common nicknames for Levi include Lev.
What are good middle names for Levi?
Popular middle name pairings include Levi James, Levi Thomas, Levi Alexander, Levi Michael, Levi Noah, Levi John, and Levi Samuel.
What are good sibling names for Levi?
Names that pair well with Levi as siblings include Noah, Elijah, Isaac, Naomi, Olivia, Abigail, and Hannah.
How many syllables does Levi have?
Levi has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Levi a common or rare name?
Levi is a very popular name, ranked #12 among boy names in the United States.
About the Name Levi
Levi is a boy name with Hebrew, English, and Christian origins . The name means "associated with, united" in Hebrew .
Is Levi a boy or girl name? Levi is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #12 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #2,611. Levi is more commonly used as a boy name.
Levi is currently ranked #12 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Levi has 2 syllables and is pronounced l-EEV-eye, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Levi include Lev. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Levi include Lev, Levon, Levy, Leviathan, Leviticus . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.