Declining since 2017, #4,857 for boys today.
Popularity of Liev since 2007
Babies named Liev per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 20 |
| 2010s | 363 |
| 2020s | 138 |
Meaning & origin
Liev entered the U.S. naming charts in 2007, a relatively recent addition among boys' names. Its peak popularity came in 2016, but since 2017, its usage has been declining, reflecting a trajectory common for names that never reach mainstream adoption. In the latest year, 2025, the name ranked 4,857, with only about 1 in 85,404 boys receiving it. California stands out as the top state for Liev, suggesting a regional preference possibly linked to the entertainment industry, given the prominent actor Liev Schreiber. The name's etymology is debated: it may derive from the Hebrew Lev or the Latin Leo, but its precise origin remains uncertain, placing it in the category of modern coinages rooted in familiar-sounding syllables.
Liev is a name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2007. Its origin is unclear; it may be a variant of the Hebrew name Lev, meaning 'heart', or Leo, meaning 'lion'. It could also be a modern coinage inspired by the actor Liev Schreiber. The name has been used sparingly, ranking modestly in recent years.
Where Liev is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lee
Sibling names for Liev
Names that share Liev's style, for a brother or sister.
