Levie is a given name of Hebrew origin and it means "joined together". It has been used by both boys and girls in different cultures throughout history.
The name Levie can be traced back to the Hebrew Bible, where it appears as Levi, one of the twelve sons of Jacob. According to the story, Levi was born along with his twin brother Simeon while their mother Leah was giving birth to the other children. Levi became an ancestor of the tribe of Levi, one of the twelve tribes of Israel.
In the Bible, Levi and his descendants were given special roles in Jewish society. They were responsible for carrying the Ark of the Covenant during religious ceremonies and performing various rituals. This gave rise to the idea that people named Levie might have a connection to spirituality or religion.
Over time, the name Levie has been adapted into different forms across various cultures. In French-speaking countries, it is often spelled "Lévi". In Germany, it may appear as "Levi" or "Levin". In England, the name was popular during the Victorian era and continued to be used into the 20th century.
Today, Levie remains a unique yet timeless name choice for parents who want something different for their child. It's not overly common but still has a strong historical significance and beautiful meaning behind it. Whether you're looking for a name with Hebrew roots or simply one that stands out from the crowd, Levie could be an excellent option to consider.
The name Levie has been given to a total of 918 babies in the United States over the past century, with varying popularity from year to year.
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Levie was not a particularly common name. Between 1890 and 1914, there were fewer than 15 births each year on average. However, in the following decade (1915-1924), the popularity of the name grew significantly, with an average of over 20 births per year.
The peak of Levie's popularity occurred between 1917 and 1927, during which time there were more than 20 births each year. In fact, in 1917 alone, there were 23 births, making it the highest single-year total for this period.
After 1927, Levie's popularity began to decline steadily. Between 1928 and 1954, there were fewer than 10 births each year on average. However, there were some notable spikes in popularity during this time: In 1932 and 1953, there were over 20 births each year.
In the late 1950s and early 1960s, Levie's popularity continued to fluctuate. There were fewer than 10 births each year on average between 1955 and 1964, but there was a significant spike in 1972 with 11 births.
Since the mid-1970s, Levie has been given to fewer than 10 babies per year on average. However, even with this decline in popularity, the name Levie remains distinctive and continues to be chosen by parents in small numbers each year. In fact, there were 6 births in both 2022 and 2023, demonstrating that while it may not be a common choice, Levie is still a meaningful and important name for some families.