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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Wolf
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ZEV
Zev is a boy's name of Hebrew origin, meaning wolf. It's pronounced ZEV, or /ˈzɛv/ — short, clean, and one syllable. U.S. Social Security records on the name stretch back to 1951, giving parents a long view of how it's been used.
Meaning & Origin of Zev
Meaning: Wolf.
Origin: Hebrew.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Zev
ZEVIPA /ˈzɛv/
Popularity of Zev
Zev hit its highest point in 2023, ranking #877 with 267 babies given the name, then eased slightly to #908 in 2024 with 257 babies.
Names Like Zev
These names share Zev’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Zev mean?
Wolf. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Zev?
Zev is pronounced ZEV (IPA: /ˈzɛv/).
Is Zev a popular name right now?
Zev is near its all-time peak (#877 in 2023), ranked #908 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1951–2024.)
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