lavi

Lavi is a name that can refer to several different things. As a given name, Lavi is used in Hebrew-speaking communities and among Jews in the diaspora. It is typically masculine and is sometimes considered a variant of Levi or a standalone name with biblical or strength associations. Lavi can also be found as a surname in various communities.

Geographically, Lavi appears as a place name in multiple countries. In Israel, several localities and geographic features bear the name, and other countries may have places named Lavi as well, reflecting local linguistic influences and transliteration variations.

In aerospace history, Lavi denotes a notable Israeli fighter aircraft program. The Lavi project was undertaken by Israel Aircraft Industries in the 1980s and produced extensive design work and prototype studies. The program was ultimately canceled in 1987 after considerations that included political and financial factors and external input.

The term Lavi may be transliterated from Hebrew in different ways and can appear in historical, biographical, or cultural contexts as a personal name or geographic identifier. Related names and etymology are often discussed in connection with Levi and other Semitic-name traditions.