Shalev
Pronunciation: [ sh-AHL-ehv ]
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Shalev first appeared in US Social Security records in 2002.
Over 127 babies have been named Shalev in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shalev is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,994 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,994
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Shalev
Shalev is a boy name .
Shalev is currently ranked #26,994 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Shalev include Sha, Shal, Shaly, Shalie, Shy, Shie, and Shakins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shalev include Shalom . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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