Levi

Levi is a name and a place that appears in several different contexts. It is used as a given name and surname in many cultures, and it also refers to geographic locations and a well-known clothing brand.

In the Hebrew Bible, Levi is the third son of Jacob and Leah and the eponymous founder of the Tribe of Levi. The Levites were designated for religious duties in ancient Israel, serving in the tabernacle and, later, the Temple. The tribe traditionally did not receive a large territorial inheritance like the other tribes but was allotted cities throughout the land and charged with priestly and ceremonial responsibilities. Members of the Levitical priesthood were called Levites, and their descendants formed distinct familial lines with specific rites.

As a given name, Levi is of Hebrew origin and is widely used in Jewish and Christian communities. It is often associated with the biblical tribe of Levi, and the name is also used more broadly across many languages. Levi is also a surname in various countries, with independent usage in Italian and other naming traditions.

Levi Strauss & Co., commonly known simply as Levi’s, is an American clothing company founded in 1853 by Levi Strauss in San Francisco. The firm is best known for durable denim jeans and the invention of riveted jeans in the late 19th century. The Levi’s brand remains a major label in casual apparel.

Levi is also the name of a ski resort town in Finnish Lapland, located in the municipality of Kittilä. Levi is a popular winter destination with a large ski area, accommodations, and year-round activities, attracting visitors for snow sports and the northern lights.