Zev
boy name#864 in 2025Zev entered the US charts in 1951, peaked at #864 in 2025, ranks #864 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1951–2025
#864
rank today
#864
peak (2025)
277
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #2586 |
| 1960s | #2714 |
| 1970s | #2389 |
| 1980s | #2155 |
| 1990s | #1921 |
| 2000s | #1599 |
| 2010s | #1159 |
| 2020s | #911 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Zev has been most popular in NY, NJ, CA.
Living bearers
About 5,000 people named Zev are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Zev is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Zev in 2025?
- Zev ranks #864 among US boy names in 2025, with 277 babies given the name.
- When was the name Zev most popular?
- Zev peaked in 2025, reaching #864 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Zev with classmates?
- Zev will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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