Everything about the name SHALEV

Meaning, origin, history

Shalev is a Hebrew masculine given name that means "peaceful" or "tranquil". It originates from the root word "shalav", which means "calm" or "quiet". In biblical times, Shalev was the name of one of the leaders of the tribe of Manasseh who helped divide the land among the Israelites. Today, Shalev is a popular name in Israel and among Jewish communities worldwide. It has also been used as a given name for girls in recent years due to its appealing sound and meaning. Overall, Shalev is a name with deep historical roots and a positive, peaceful connotation.

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JudaismJewish

Popularity of the name SHALEV since 1880

Birth evolution

Popularity analysis

The name Shalev has seen varying popularity in the United States over the past two decades, with a total of 122 babies given this name between 2002 and 2022.

In the early years, the name was relatively uncommon, with only 5 births recorded in 2002. However, it started to gain traction by 2006 when there were 8 births that year, marking a significant increase from previous years.

The popularity of Shalev seemed to fluctuate throughout the late 2000s and early 2010s, with birth counts ranging from 6 to 12 between 2009 and 2012. However, it began to rise again in 2017 when there were 10 births recorded, which was the highest number since 2010.

The name continued to maintain its popularity in recent years, with birth counts ranging from 5 to 13 between 2018 and 2022. Notably, 2019 saw a significant peak with 13 births recorded for Shalev.

Overall, while the name Shalev has not been among the most popular in the United States over this period, it has demonstrated consistent usage and occasional peaks in popularity. With 122 total births since 2002, it remains a unique and distinctive choice for parents looking for an uncommon yet meaningful name for their child.