What is the origin of the name Dov?

Dov is a name of Hebrew origin.

How popular is the name Dov?

In 2023, 133 babies were named Dov in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Dov is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Boy's name

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Births Last Year: 133 →

All-Time Total: 3,494

Peak Year: 2022

Dov is a Hebrew name meaning "bear." It is derived from the Hebrew word for bear, which symbolizes strength and courage.

Boy names closely related to Dov

Binyamin Reuven Yisroel Meir Shraga Yitzchak Shlomo Chaim

Girl names closely related to Dov

Avigayil Rivka Yocheved Ita Malka Devorah Tehilla Faiga

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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