Names Ending in V for Boys

A long-haired classical conductor name, which could appeal to parents looking for a Laszlo-like appellation. This is an old and common name with many spelling variations. Stanislaw Lem was a noted Polish science fiction writer and philosopher, Stanislav Ianevski is the Bulgarian actor who played Viktor Krum in Harry Potter.

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

Soft yet strong.

An attractive Hebrew name with an abundance of nickname options — Lev, Levi, Dov, and Dovi.

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

The original Hebrew form of Jacob, the Number 1 boy's name in the country, is still used in some religious families.

In Eastern Europe, more fashionable these days than Vladimir.

Lively sounding Hebrew choice.

A top name in Eastern European countries including Croatia and Bosnia, where it is a transcription of Jacob.

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

The viv syllable adds vitality.

Dhruv is a legendary king and devotee of Vishnu.

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