Heart or lion
In Hebrew, Lev translates directly to 'heart,' symbolizing emotion and essence. Separately, in Russian and other Slavic languages, it serves as a translation of the Greek name Leon, meaning 'lion.' This dual heritage gives the name a unique balance of tenderness and strength.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Renowned Russian novelist of War and Peace
Influential Soviet psychologist
Legendary Soviet football goalkeeper
Nobel Prize-winning physicist
American actor and director
