Nordic · Girl name
Liv
“protection; life”
About the name Liv
Liv is a feminine given name of Norwegian and Swedish origin. It derives from the Old Norse name Hlíf, meaning protection, but in modern Scandinavian languages, ‘liv’ also means life, leading to a dual association. In Norse mythology, Líf is one of the two humans who survive Ragnarök and help repopulate the world. Notable bearers include Norwegian actress Liv Ullmann and American actress Liv Tyler.
- Meaning
- protection; life
- Origin
- Nordic
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- LEEV(1 syl.)
Variants and spellings
No common variant spellings are widely recorded.
If you like Liv
Middle names for Liv
- Liv Marie
- Liv Sofia
- Liv Anne
- Liv Ruth
- Liv Jane
Questions about Liv
- What does Liv mean?
- Liv is a Nordic name meaning "protection; life".
- How do you pronounce Liv?
- Liv is pronounced LEEV, with emphasis on the first syllable.
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