Zeev

Zeev is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, commonly written as Zeev or Ze’ev. It derives from the Hebrew word for wolf, ze’ev, and is used in Israel and among Jewish communities to convey qualities associated with the animal, such as strength and independence. In modern usage, Zeev is a familiar given name in Israel, with various transliterations reflecting Hebrew pronunciation and English spelling conventions.

The name is primarily associated with Hebrew language and Jewish culture, and it appears across a range of professions in Israeli society, including politics, art, and academia. Variants and related forms include Ze’ev and Zeev, with the spelling chosen often influenced by personal or family preference and transliteration standards.

Notable people with the name include Ze’ev Jabotinsky, a Zionist leader and founder of the Revisionist movement whose ideas influenced the development of Israeli political leadership; Zeev Raban, an Israeli painter and wood engraver who contributed to early modern Israeli art; and Ze’ev Sternhell, an Israeli political scientist and author known for his work on political ideologies and the history of European and Israeli politics.

Related names and variants, such as Ze’ev, are used interchangeably in transliteration and scholarship. The name Zeev continues to be a common choice in Hebrew-speaking communities and among Jewish families worldwide.