Zev Boy
Origin(s)
Hebrew; Yiddish
Meaning
Hebrew: wolf; Yiddish: gift
Historical & Cultural Background
Zev is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'wolf'. It is often used in Jewish communities and has roots in biblical traditions. In Yiddish, it can also mean 'gift', reflecting cultural significance in naming practices. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly among those with Hebrew heritage.
Trend Summary
Zev has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Zane, Zeke, Zara, Zion, Zuri, Ziven
Variants
- Zevy
International Variants
- Zé (Portuguese)
- Zev (Yiddish)
Famous people named Zev
Zev Chafets is an American author and journalist known for his works on politics and culture.
Zev Siegl is a co-founder of Starbucks and has contributed to the coffee industry.
Zev S. Kahn is a notable figure in the field of computer science and technology.
Zev Yaroslavsky is a former member of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.
Fictional characters named Zev
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zev was first seen in the United States in 1951. Zev has ranked as high as #1111 nationally which occurred in 2023 and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Zev has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zev (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 109 | |
| CA | 25 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| TX | 6 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| IL | 6 | |
| MD | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1954 | 12 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1958 | 16 |
| 1959 | 21 |
| 1960 | 16 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 12 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 20 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1974 | 22 |
| 1975 | 24 |
| 1976 | 25 |
| 1977 | 17 |
| 1978 | 27 |
| 1979 | 24 |
| 1980 | 27 |
| 1981 | 22 |
| 1982 | 25 |
| 1983 | 26 |
| 1984 | 23 |
| 1985 | 23 |
| 1986 | 23 |
| 1987 | 27 |
| 1988 | 32 |
| 1989 | 33 |
| 1990 | 41 |
| 1991 | 35 |
| 1992 | 44 |
| 1993 | 39 |
| 1994 | 37 |
| 1995 | 49 |
| 1996 | 43 |
| 1997 | 50 |
| 1998 | 57 |
| 1999 | 57 |
| 2000 | 51 |
| 2001 | 74 |
| 2002 | 71 |
| 2003 | 75 |
| 2004 | 74 |
| 2005 | 78 |
| 2006 | 115 |
| 2007 | 119 |
| 2008 | 117 |
| 2009 | 115 |
| 2010 | 133 |
| 2011 | 122 |
| 2012 | 150 |
| 2013 | 160 |
| 2014 | 153 |
| 2015 | 160 |
| 2016 | 161 |
| 2017 | 193 |
| 2018 | 215 |
| 2019 | 195 |
| 2020 | 250 |
| 2021 | 227 |
| 2022 | 239 |
| 2023 | 267 |
| 2024 | 257 |