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Liev
BoyMeaning of Liev: Russian: 'lion'
Liev is a boy's name most strongly associated with Russian naming. It has 4 letters and 1 syllable, and it is familiar but far from overused — 4774th most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#4774
20 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
—
Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
521
First recorded 2007 · peak 2016
Trend
falling
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
100% boys · 0% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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