Liev
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Life, protection
Origin: Scandinavian
Popularity: Ranked #4972 in 2025 with 20 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Liv. Shares the meaning 'Life, protection.'
Similar names: leevi, lev, levee, levie, levvy, liv, livie, livvi
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Liev? About 1 in 166,425 babies born in 2025 were named Liev, or roughly 0.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Liev
What does the name Liev mean?
Liev means “Life, protection” from Scandinavian roots.
What is the origin of the name Liev?
Liev has Scandinavian origin. The traditional meaning is “Life, protection”.
How popular is Liev?
Liev ranked #4857 in 2025 — given to 20 babies that year.
When was Liev most popular?
Liev peaked in 2016 with 58 babies registered that year.
Is Liev a boy or girl name?
Liev is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Lievs in registered births are male.
Is the name Liev rising or falling in popularity?
Liev has fallen 1291 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #3566 in 2020 to #4857 in 2025.
How long has Liev been recorded?
Liev appears in birth records across 18 years — from 2007 through 2025.