Leevi Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLAY-vee / /ˈleɪ.vi/Finnish; Hebrew
Meaning
Finnish: 'beloved'; Hebrew: 'joined'
Historical & Cultural Background
Leevi is a Finnish variant of the name Levi, which has biblical origins. In the Bible, Levi was one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in Jewish communities. In Finland, Leevi has gained popularity as a modern name.
Trend Summary
Leevi has seen a steady increase in popularity in Finland and has gained some recognition in other countries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Levi
- Leevy
International Variants
- Levi (Hebrew)
- Levy (French)
- Levi (English)
Famous people named Leevi
Leevi Madetoja was a Finnish composer known for his symphonic works and operas.
Leevi Kostiainen is a Finnish athlete who has competed in various international competitions.
Leevi Laaksonen is a Finnish artist recognized for his contemporary paintings.
Leevi Kallio is a Finnish politician who has served in local government.
Fictional characters named Leevi
Leevi is a character in the Finnish children's book series 'Leevi ja Luru', known for his adventurous spirit.
Leevi appears in the animated series 'Moominvalley' as a friend of the Moomin family.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Leevi was first seen in the United States in 1979. Leevi has ranked as high as #1305 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Georgia, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Leevi has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Leevi (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 20 |
| 2007 | 24 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 36 |
| 2012 | 30 |
| 2013 | 57 |
| 2014 | 52 |
| 2015 | 39 |
| 2016 | 36 |
| 2017 | 41 |
| 2018 | 37 |
| 2019 | 34 |
| 2020 | 22 |
| 2021 | 35 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 22 |
| 2024 | 21 |