Lavi
Lavi is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Lion”.
| Meaning | Lion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | לָבִיא |
| Pronunciation | lah-VEE |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel |
Meaning and origin of Lavi
Lavi is one of the Hebrew words for a lion, used in biblical poetry; Jacob compares Judah to a lavi in Genesis 49. In modern Israel it is used both as a boy's name and as a surname, and it was also the name of an Israeli fighter jet project in the 1980s. It is short, strong and easy to say in many languages.
Is Lavi a Jewish name?
Lavi is a Hebrew name used by Jewish families; the lion is an emblem of the tribe of Judah and of Jerusalem, which gives the name a traditional resonance.
How popular is Lavi?
Used in Israel, though less common than Ari, another Hebrew word for lion.
Gifts with the name Lavi
- Lavi name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Lavi baby gifts (Amazon)
- Jewish baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Lavi
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lavi mean?
Lavi means 'Lion'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Lavi a Jewish name?
Lavi is a Hebrew name used by Jewish families; the lion is an emblem of the tribe of Judah and of Jerusalem, which gives the name a traditional resonance.
How do you pronounce Lavi?
Lavi is pronounced lah-VEE.
Is Lavi a boy or girl name?
Lavi is usually a boy name.