Lavee Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: lah-VEE /lɑːˈviː/
Origin: Hebrew; Indian
Meaning: Hebrew: 'God is my heart'; Indian: 'beloved'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lavee has its roots in Hebrew, deriving from the word "levi," which means "joined" or "attached." This name is associated with the tribe of Levi in the Hebrew Bible, one of the twelve tribes of Israel, which held a significant religious role as priests and caretakers of the Tabernacle. The evolution of the name can be traced through various linguistic adaptations, moving from Hebrew to Greek and then into Latin, before being incorporated into English through biblical translations and cultural exchanges over centuries.
Historically, the name Lavee, or its variants, has been linked to notable biblical figures, particularly Levi, the third son of Jacob and Leah, who became the progenitor of the Levites. The prominence of the Levites in religious texts, including the Torah and later the Christian Old Testament, has contributed to the name's enduring significance.
The King James Bible, published in the early 17th century, further solidified the name's presence in English-speaking cultures by providing a widely recognized translation of the Hebrew scriptures that included references to the tribe of Levi. Culturally, the name Lavee carries connotations of loyalty and connection, reflecting the historical role of the Levites as a tribe dedicated to spiritual service and community.
This association with devotion and attachment has allowed the name to resonate across generations, often symbolizing a bond to heritage and faith. In some contexts, diminutive forms such as Lavi may also be encountered, though Lavee itself stands as a distinct representation of this rich historical and cultural lineage.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lavee was first seen in the United States in 1920.
Lavee has ranked as high as #6846 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Lavee has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Lavee is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Lavee was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Lavee.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 1938 | 5 | 5 |
| 1927 | 5 | 5 |
| 1922 | 7 | 7 |
| 1920 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Lavee
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