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Zev

Boy · Hebrew · Short name

Meaning
Wolf, the wolf
Pronunciation
ZEV
Origin
Hebrew

From Hebrew meaning wolf.

Popularity
Rare in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

ModernNature-inspiredStrong and bold

Languages in use: Hebrew, English

Commonly used in: United States, Israel, United Kingdom

Also recorded as Gender-neutral.

Alternate spellings

  • ZeevHebrew

    Alternative transliteration.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Hebrew Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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