Dov: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Bear, a strong and protective name from the animal kingdom.
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #1524
- Peak
- #1279 in 2016
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Dov Means
Dov is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Bear, a strong and protective name from the animal kingdom.
How Popular Dov Is
Dov currently ranks #1524 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1279 in 2016. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Dov
- Dov is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Dov is a name with deep biblical and Jewish roots.
- Part of the beloved nature-name trend.
Names Like Dov
Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Dov
Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Dov.
Questions About Dov
What does Dov mean?
Dov is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Bear, a strong and protective name from the animal kingdom.
How popular is Dov?
Dov currently ranks #1524 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1279 in 2016. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Dov come from?
Dov comes from Hebrew roots. Dov is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
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