Names Ending in V for Boys
- Nadav
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"generous"
- Tav
- Jov
- Yoav
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"praise Jehovah"Description:
Yoav is a variation of Joab, a name featured prominently in the Old Testament.
- Zinov
- Isav
Origin:
Russian and Ukrainian variation of Esau, HebrewMeaning:
"hairy"Description:
Esau is a rarely-used Old Testament name in the US, perhaps due to the character's biblical fate. Isav is one step removed, which may make it more palatable to parents.
- Olev
- Jakov
Origin:
Serbian, Croatian variation of Jacob, HebrewMeaning:
"supplanter"Description:
A top name in Eastern European countries including Croatia and Bosnia, where it is a transcription of Jacob.
- Harv
Origin:
Diminutive of Harvey; FrenchMeaning:
"battle worthy"Description:
Short form of Harvey, variation of Harve.
- Deniskov
Origin:
Russian variation of Dennis, French from GreekMeaning:
"god of Nysa"
- Alv
- Tov
- Aanav
Origin:
SanskritDescription:
Attractive Sanskrit boy name given to 22 American baby boys one recent year.
- Krishiv
Origin:
Modern Indian nameDescription:
Krishiv is a modern Indian boys name, which feels both familiar and fresh.
- Shaviv
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"spark, ray of light"Description:
The viv syllable adds vitality.
- Dhruv
Origin:
SanskritMeaning:
"pole star; fixed, immovable"Description:
Dhruv is a legendary king and devotee of Vishnu.
- Nirav
Origin:
SanskritMeaning:
"quiet"Description:
This name, used in both India and Nepal, is one of those lovely boys names that opts for quiet strength over hypermasculine energy. Bollywood cinematographer Nirav Shah is a notable bearer of this name.
- Keshav
- Agusztav
- Kairav