US Popularity Rank: 2207

Origin: Russian

Meaning: Lion

Lev is a boy's name of Russian origin. Meaning "lion," this name is not for the faint of heart. By choosing the lion as a symbol for baby's inner strength, you'll no doubt be helping baby be inspired from day one. Should you choose this name, baby will be in esteemed company. Leo Tolstoy’s—famed Russian writer’s—birth name was indeed Lev, and was considered as one of the greatest writers of all time.