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.
About 47 boys were named Kovi in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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