Levy
Levy is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Joined, attached, or joined in harmony.
Origin and history
Levy is a given name and surname derived from the Hebrew name Levi, traditionally meaning joined or attached. While more commonly seen as a surname, it is also used as a masculine given name in the United States. Its usage has seen a steady increase in modern years.
Popularity in the United States
3,915 babies in the United States have been named Levy since 1880. It ranks #2035 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1400.
States where it is most popular
- NY (16.5 %)
- LA (16 %)
- TX (14.9 %)
- CA (14.2 %)
- NC (11.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 81 |
| 1890-1900 | 111 |
| 1900-1910 | 114 |
| 1910-1920 | 324 |
| 1920-1930 | 424 |
| 1930-1940 | 274 |
| 1940-1950 | 252 |
| 1950-1960 | 253 |
| 1960-1970 | 179 |
| 1970-1980 | 159 |
| 1980-1990 | 213 |
| 1990-2000 | 222 |
| 2000-2010 | 266 |
| 2010-2019 | 504 |
| 2020-2029 | 539 |
Fun facts
- Levy shares its etymological roots with Levi, derived from the Hebrew verb meaning to join or unite.
- Like many modern given names in the United States, Levy fits into the popular trend of adopting traditional surnames as given names.