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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Traditionally 'joined, attached' per the Genesis naming story; true root uncertain
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- LEE-vy
Levi is a Hebrew name, pronounced LEE-vy, traditionally carrying the meaning 'joined, attached' from the Genesis naming story — though the name's true root isn't fully certain. It has a vintage feel. For a parent researching it, that's the core of what you're working with: an old biblical root paired with a vintage-leaning style.
Meaning & Origin of Levi
Meaning: Traditionally 'joined, attached' per the Genesis naming story; true root uncertain.
Origin: Hebrew.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Levi
LEE-vyIPA /ˈliːvaɪ/
Popularity of Levi
Levi has held steady near the top of the charts, ranking #12 in 2024 with 9,513 babies given the name, close to its peak of #12 in 2021 with 9,553.
Names Like Levi
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FAQ
What does the name Levi mean?
Traditionally ‘joined, attached’ per the Genesis naming story; true root uncertain. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Levi?
Levi is pronounced LEE-vy (IPA: /ˈliːvaɪ/).
Is Levi a popular name right now?
Levi is near its all-time peak (#12 in 2021), ranked #12 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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