Names Ending in V for Boys

The Russian form of an ancient Slavic name, which belonged to several Grand Princes of Kyiv and Novgorod, including Yaroslav I "the Wise". A city and region called Yaroslavl in Western Russia are named in his honor.

The viv syllable adds vitality.

Soft yet strong.

In Eastern Europe, more fashionable these days than Vladimir.

One of several similar Hebrew names, this example has an agreeable meaning. Pronounced ah-DEEV.

Sharp and sleek, it refers to Benjamin being compared to a wolf in Genesis.

Short form of Harvey, variation of Harve.

Atharv is one of the names of Lord Ganesh of the Hindu religion, and of the eldest son of Brahma.

Notable name of Václav Havel, the heroic poet and playwright who became president of the Czech Republic.

The original Hebrew form of Jacob is resurfacing in the US charts after a several-decade-long hiatus. The Old Testament figure is considered the founding father of the Jewish nation, whose twelve sons descended into the twelve tribes of Israel.

What a difference a couple of letters make: Old World version of most popular name never quite made it out of the shtetl.

An ancient name with a lovely meaning, still in wide use throughout the Slavic-speaking world. Short forms include Miro, Mirek, Mirko and Miško.

Enav is a rare Hebrew name that would work equally well for a son or daughter.

A unisex season name that's rare in the US: it hasn't been in the charts for boys or girls since the early 2000s.

Yoav is a variation of Joab, a name featured prominently in the Old Testament.

This Hebrew name honors Dad in a subtle way and could be used as an alternative to Levi.