Lev
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Lev is a boy name of Latin origin meaning "Lion, heart".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Latin
Popularity
91 / 100
Syllables
1
Length
3 letters
Meaning
Lion, heart
Etymology
Lev is a traditional Slavic male name meaning "lion," derived from the Latin leo. It is strongly associated with strength, nature, and historic figures, often translated as Leo or Leon in Western languages. The name is also common in Jewish communities and means "heart" in Hebrew and appears as "Leyb" in Yiddish.
Famous People Named Lev
- Lev Davidovich Landau — Soviet theoretical physicist (1908–1968)
- Lev Yashin — Player for U.S.S.R (1929–1990)
- Lev Vygotsky — Soviet psychologist (1896-1934)
- Lev Kamenev — Russian revolutionary and Soviet politician (1883–1936)
- Lev Gumilev — Soviet academic (1912-1992)
Frequently Asked Questions About Lev
What does the name Lev mean?
Lev means "Lion, heart", and is of Latin origin.
What is the origin of the name Lev?
Lev originates from Latin.
Is Lev a boy or girl name?
Lev is typically used as a boy name.
Are there famous people named Lev?
Yes — notable people named Lev include Lev Davidovich Landau (Soviet theoretical physicist, 1908–1968), Lev Yashin (Player for U.S.S.R, 1929–1990), Lev Vygotsky (Soviet psychologist, 1896-1934), Lev Kamenev (Russian revolutionary and Soviet politician, 1883–1936) and Lev Gumilev (Soviet academic, 1912-1992).
Last updated: June 2026