Tevye Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTEV-yeh / ˈtɛv.jəHebrew; Yiddish
Meaning
Hebrew: 'God is good'; Yiddish: 'to be good'
Historical & Cultural Background
Tevye is a name of Hebrew origin, commonly associated with Jewish culture. It gained popularity through the character Tevye the Dairyman in Sholem Aleichem's stories, which depict the life of Jewish communities in Eastern Europe. The character was later adapted into the famous musical 'Fiddler on the Roof', further solidifying the name's cultural significance. Tevye represents traditional values and the struggles of maintaining faith and family in changing times.
Trend Summary
The name Tevye has seen limited use in the United States, primarily influenced by cultural works like 'Fiddler on the Roof'.
Similar Names
Variants
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International Variants
- Tevja (Russian)
- Tevyeh (Yiddish)
Famous people named Tevye
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Fictional characters named Tevye
Tevye is the main character in 'Fiddler on the Roof', a musical that explores his life as a Jewish milkman in Tsarist Russia.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tevye was first seen in the United States in 2014. Tevye has ranked as high as #1390 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Tevye has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tevye
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |