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Lavie

la-VEE · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern variant of the French name Lavie or a blend of La and Vie, meaning 'life'.

2025 rank (boys)
#7,194
Babies named in 2025
11
Peak popularity
2019
2025 frequency
1 in 155,280 boys
Usually for
Girls & boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady, #7,194 for boys today.

Popularity of Lavie since 2014

Babies named Lavie per year in U.S. Social Security records.

49132020Most births 2019GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
2010s1325
2020s2663

Meaning & origin

Lavie entered U.S. records in 2018, making it a very recent arrival on the naming scene. It peaked in popularity in 2019, but has since remained stable, with a rank of 7194 in 2025. About 1 in 155280 newborns received the name that year. The name's modern coinage and possible French inspiration give it a fresh, international feel, though its limited history makes a definitive meaning elusive. Its unisex appeal and simple, elegant sound may attract parents seeking a distinctive yet accessible name.

Lavie first appeared in U.S. records in the 2010s. It may derive from the French phrase 'la vie' (life) or be a variant of the Hebrew name Levi. Its modern coinage makes a single origin hard to pin down.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Lavi, Vie

Variants: La Vie

Sibling names for Lavie

Names that share Lavie's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Eloise, Clara, Mira, Leila, Nova

Brothers: Levi, Miles, Ezra, Finn, Jasper

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Lavie mean?
Lavie is of uncertain origin; it may be a modern variant of the French name meaning 'life' or a blend of La and Vie.
Is Lavie a popular name?
Lavie is rare. In 2025, it ranked 7194th, with about 1 in 155280 newborns given the name.
Is Lavie a boy's or girl's name?
Lavie is unisex, given to both boys and girls.