Levin Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: LEH-vin /ˈlɛvɪn/
Origin: Hebrew; German
Meaning: Hebrew: joined; German: beloved
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Levin has its roots in the Hebrew name "Levi," which means "joined" or "attached." The name Levi appears in the Hebrew Bible as one of the twelve tribes of Israel, specifically the tribe of Levi, which was designated for priestly duties. The etymological journey of Levin can be traced from Hebrew to Greek, where it was rendered as "Leui," and then to Latin as "Levi." The name eventually made its way into Old French, where it was adapted into various forms, including "Levin," before entering the English language.
Historically, the name Levin has been associated with significant biblical figures, particularly Levi, the third son of Jacob and Leah, who played a crucial role in the religious and cultural development of the Israelite people. The tribe of Levi was set apart for religious service, and this connection has imbued the name with a sense of spiritual significance throughout the centuries.
The name has also appeared in various religious texts and translations, including the King James Bible, which was published in the early 17th century and helped to popularize biblical names in English-speaking cultures. Culturally, the name Levin carries connotations of loyalty and attachment, reflecting its original meaning.
It has been embraced in various forms across different cultures and languages, often linked to themes of kinship and community. In some traditions, diminutive forms such as "Levi" or "Lev" are used affectionately, further emphasizing the name's enduring appeal.
The historical and cultural resonance of Levin, rooted in its biblical origins and its associations with the tribe of Levi, has allowed it to maintain significance across generations.
Famous people named Levin
In this section, you will find notable people named Levin. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Levin who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Levin K. is a musician best known for his work with the band The Band and his solo albums.
Levin O. is a writer best known for his novels and contributions to contemporary literature.
Fictional characters named Levin
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Levin is a fictional character from the novel Anna Karenina. He is a landowner and a central figure who struggles with issues of faith, love, and the meaning of life.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Levin was first seen in the United States in 1889.
Levin has ranked as high as #4950 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Maryland, North Carolina, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Levin has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Levin 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 Levin 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 Levin.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 41 | 41 | 0 |
| 2024 | 41 | 41 | 0 |
| 2023 | 45 | 45 | 0 |
| 2022 | 43 | 43 | 0 |
| 2021 | 48 | 48 | 0 |
| 2020 | 36 | 36 | 0 |
| 2019 | 36 | 36 | 0 |
| 2018 | 35 | 30 | 5 |
| 2017 | 51 | 51 | 0 |
| 2016 | 51 | 51 | 0 |
| 2015 | 32 | 32 | 0 |
| 2014 | 39 | 39 | 0 |
| 2013 | 51 | 51 | 0 |
| 2012 | 39 | 39 | 0 |
| 2011 | 60 | 60 | 0 |
| 2010 | 46 | 46 | 0 |
| 2009 | 28 | 28 | 0 |
| 2008 | 29 | 29 | 0 |
| 2007 | 34 | 34 | 0 |
| 2006 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 2005 | 31 | 31 | 0 |
| 2004 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| 2003 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 2002 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 2001 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 2000 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1999 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1998 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1997 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1996 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1995 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1994 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1993 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1992 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| 1991 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1990 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1989 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1988 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1987 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1986 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1985 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1984 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1983 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1982 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1981 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1980 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1979 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1978 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1977 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1976 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1975 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1974 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1972 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1971 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1970 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1969 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1968 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1967 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1966 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1964 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1963 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1962 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1961 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1960 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1957 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1956 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1955 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1954 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1953 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1952 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1951 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1950 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1949 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1948 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1947 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1946 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1945 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1943 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1942 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1941 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1939 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1938 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1935 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1934 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1932 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1931 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1930 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1929 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1928 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1927 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1926 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1925 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1924 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1923 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1922 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1921 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1920 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1919 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1918 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1917 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1916 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1915 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1914 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1912 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1892 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1889 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
Top States for Levin (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |