A diminutive of Jacob, meaning supplanter or held by the heel.
Kovi is primarily used as a diminutive or modern variation of the Hebrew name Yaakov (Jacob). In Hebrew tradition, the name refers to the biblical patriarch who was born holding his twin brother's heel. It has recently emerged as a standalone name, particularly in Jewish communities, offering a more contemporary feel than the traditional Koppel or Yankel.
Less common today
Kovi isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,761 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
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