Levid Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: LEH-vid /ˈlɛvɪd/
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: joined; English: variant of Levi
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Levid has its roots in the Hebrew name Levi, which means "joined" or "attached." The name Levi appears in the Hebrew Bible as the third son of Jacob and Leah, and it is significant in Jewish tradition as Levi's descendants became the Levites, a tribe set apart for religious duties. The name was subsequently adopted into Greek as Λευί (Leui), and later into Latin as Levi, which maintained its original meaning.
The transition into Old French and eventually into English occurred through various biblical translations and the influence of Christian texts, particularly during the Middle Ages when Hebrew names were often Latinized or adapted into vernacular languages. Historically, the name Levi has been borne by various notable figures, including biblical patriarchs and saints.
In the Christian tradition, Levi is often identified with the apostle Matthew, who is sometimes referred to as Levi in the New Testament. This connection has contributed to the name's enduring significance in both Jewish and Christian contexts.
The name has appeared in various forms in religious texts, including the Septuagint, a Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible, and the Vulgate, a Latin translation that further solidified its presence in Western culture. Culturally, the name Levid, while less common, can be seen as a derivative or variation of Levi, reflecting the historical and religious importance of the original name.
The name Levi has been associated with themes of loyalty and service, particularly in the context of the Levites' role in ancient Israelite worship. This connection to religious duty and heritage has allowed the name and its variants to resonate through generations, symbolizing a bond to tradition and faith.
The diminutive form, Lev, is also noteworthy, as it carries similar connotations of attachment and belonging.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Levid was first seen in the United States in 1997.
Levid has ranked as high as #1253 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Levid has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Levid 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 Levid was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Levid
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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 Levid.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 6 |