Levi: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced LEE-vy · 2 syllables
Levi means “joined, attached”, from Hebrew.
Ultimately from Biblical Hebrew (lewi), of uncertain origin. Doublet of Lewi.
- Meaning
- joined, attached
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- LEE-vy
- US rank (2025)
- #12
- US babies a year
- about 9,675 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Biblical
How popular is Levi?
Levi was the #12 name in the US in 2025, given to 9,713 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2020.
Most popular in Maine (#5), Hawaii (#6), Wyoming (#7), Michigan (#9), North Carolina (#9), Texas (#9), Alaska (#10), Delaware (#10).
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #12 |
| England & Wales | #135 |
| Scotland | #159 |
| Northern Ireland | #100 |
| Ireland | #86 |
| France | #329 |
| Norway | #86 |
| Canada | #22 |
| Australia | #11 |
How old are people named Levi?
Half of US adults named Levi are older than 30; most are between 18 and 62. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Levi
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
On these lists
- The most popular boy names in the US
- Biblical boy names
- Hebrew boy names
- Short baby names (4 letters or fewer)
Questions about Levi
What does the name Levi mean?
Levi means “joined, attached”. It comes from Hebrew.
How do you pronounce Levi?
Levi is pronounced LEE-vy.
How popular is the name Levi?
Levi was the #12 name in the US in 2025, given to 9,713 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Levi?
Half of US adults named Levi are older than 30. Most are between 18 and 62.