Zvi

“אֵזִי”

Israel origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5923US 2023

16Births / yr

↑Rising

622All-time births

📅 Since 195100

What does Zvi mean and where does it come from?

Zvi is a Hebrew name that means 'deer' or 'gazelle', symbolizing grace and beauty. It is commonly used in Israel and among Jewish communities worldwide. The name has biblical roots, referring to the beauty and swiftness associated with deer. Notable figures with this name include Zvi Malkin, an Isra

Cultural significance

Zvi has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Israel-speaking communities, where it reflects values of אֵזִי.

Peak popularity

Reached #2452 in 1967 — currently #5923 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zvi?

Zvi works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Zvi Grace

How popular is Zvi right now?

Rising fast — up 2368 spots — currently #5923 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1955–2023#5923 · Top 4.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5923	16	▲ up 2368 · +60% births
2022	#8291	10	▲ up 5794 · +100% births
2021	#14085	5	▼ down 7778 · -62% births
2020	#6307	13	▲ up 3423 · +86% births
2015	#9730	7	▼ down 2561 · -36% births
2010	#7169	11	▼ down 1205 · -15% births
2005	#5964	13	▲ up 469 · +30% births
2000	#6433	10	▲ up 1618 · +67% births
1995	#8051	6	▲ up 447 · +20% births
1990	#8498	5	▼ down 3094 · -29% births
1985	#5404	7	▼ down 218
1980	#5186	7	▼ down 2340 · -50% births
1975	#2846	14	▲ up 384 · +40% births
1970	#3230	10	▲ up 588 · +67% births
1965	#3818	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zvi

Best Year1960Rank #2675

Peak Count16

Average Rank#6300

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1955 - 202317 years

The story of Zvi

Zvi entered American naming records in 1951 and has been in use for over 73 years. With 622 total births recorded, Zvi remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3485 in 1955, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #5923 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zvi in 1967:

Michael David James John Robert

Zvi by decade

Zvi peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1950s	64
1960s	75
1970s	106
1980s	98
1990s	62
2000s	93
2010s ★	111
2020s	13

💎Zvi has only 622 total recorded births since 1951 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zvi?

Common

ZvieZvy

What names sound and feel like Zvi?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Zvi also consider these

Chinese · 子 (Zǐ) means

How is Zvi written in other languages?

צְבִי

Hebrew

What are the girl versions of Zvi?

Tzvia HEBREW

Common questions about the name Zvi

What does the name Zvi mean?

Zvi means "אֵזִי" — a name rooted in Israel tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Zvi?

Zvi is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Zvi have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Zvi?

Zvi originates from Israel tradition. Israel names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How does Zvi sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Zvi flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Zvi ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.

Is Zvi trending right now?

Zvi is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.