Tavi Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationTAH-vee / /ˈtɑː.vi/Hebrew; English
Meaning
God is good (Hebrew); short form of Octavius (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew, Tavi is derived from 'Tov', meaning good, and is often associated with positive attributes in biblical contexts. In English, it is commonly seen as a diminutive of Octavius, which has historical roots in Roman culture, notably linked to the first Roman emperor, Augustus.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Tav
- Tavie
International Variants
- Tavi (Hungarian)
- Tavish (Scottish)
Famous people named Tavi
Tavi Gevinson — actress and writer.
Tavi Castro — fitness model and entrepreneur.
Fictional characters named Tavi
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tavi was first seen in the United States in 2003. Tavi has ranked as high as #1361 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Tavi has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Tavi
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 15 |