The baby name Givi is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced GEE-vee (/ˈɡi.vi/).
Givi is Georgian in Origin.
The baby name Givi is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced GEE-vee (/ˈɡi.vi/).
Givi is Georgian in Origin.
Givi is a Georgian masculine name (Georgian script: გივი) with roots in the Iranian epic tradition. It is widely regarded as the Georgian adaptation of Persian Giv (Gīv), a celebrated hero in Ferdowsi’s Shahnameh, likely transmitted through close medieval contacts between Georgia and Persia. The name appears in Georgian records from at least the early modern period; notable bearers include the noble and military leader Givi Amilakhvari (1663–1727). Usage remained steady into the 19th and 20th centuries and is still familiar in Georgia today.
Meaning is commonly interpreted as “hero,” “champion,” or “brave,” reflecting the valorous figure of Giv in Iranian lore rather than a transparent lexical root. Variants include Persian Giv and the transliteration Giwi; in Russian/Georgian diaspora contexts it appears as Гиви. Within Georgian, true diminutives are scarce, and the name typically stands on its own.
| Givi Chokheli Givi Chokheli was a notable Soviet footballer, best known for his time as a defender with FC Dinamo Tbilisi. He was part of the team during the late 1950s and early 1960s, contributing significantly to their successes in the Soviet Top League. Chokheli also represented the Soviet Union national team, showcasing his skills on an international stage. | Givi Nodia Givi Nodia was a prominent Soviet footballer, best known for his time as a forward with FC Dinamo Tbilisi. He played an important role in the team's success during the late 1960s and early 1970s. Nodia also represented the Soviet Union national team, showcasing his skills on an international stage. | Givi Kartozia Givi Kartozia was a notable Georgian weightlifter, best known for winning a gold medal at the 1956 Melbourne Olympics. He competed in the middle-heavyweight category and was a prominent figure in the sport during his time. |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GE | 0 | #41 | 4 | 997 | |
| GE | Boys | 0 | #44 | 80 | 2,055 |
| GE | Girls | 0 | #107 | 2 | 1,564 |
| HU | 0 | #115 | 1 | 1,675 | |
| CY | Boys | 0 | #131 | 1 | 3,473 |
| HU | Boys | 0 | #174 | 1 | 3,954 |
| BG | Boys | 0 | #220 | 1 | 3,850 |
| GR | Boys | 0 | #258 | 10 | 6,912 |
| KZ | Boys | 0 | #292 | 5 | 6,578 |
| AL | Boys | 0 | #302 | 2 | 5,122 |
| PL | Boys | 0 | #339 | 2 | 6,459 |
| MY | 0 | #354 | 1 | 12,352 | |
| OM | Girls | 0 | #424 | 1 | 15,987 |
| RU | Boys | 0 | #443 | 63 | 12,621 |
| ZA | 0 | #474 | 1 | 14,421 | |
| GT | Boys | 0 | #499 | 1 | 7,625 |
| CO | 0 | #510 | 1 | 7,768 | |
| RU | Girls | 0 | #523 | 1 | 11,913 |
| PS | Boys | 0 | #534 | 15 | 10,655 |
| UY | Girls | 0 | #536 | 1 | 6,731 |
| IL | Boys | 0 | #598 | 10 | 10,983 |
| IQ | Boys | 0 | #696 | 2 | 13,071 |
| CL | Boys | 0 | #700 | 1 | 13,390 |
| SG | Boys | 0 | #738 | 2 | 17,960 |
| KW | Boys | 0 | #806 | 1 | 18,755 |
| Spain | Boys | 0 | #921 | 10 | 5,610 |
| PE | Boys | 0 | #926 | 1 | 14,506 |
| PE | Girls | 0 | #1,010 | 1 | 14,861 |
| MX | Boys | 0 | #1,032 | 2 | 16,355 |
| MY | Girls | 0 | #1,068 | 5 | 24,821 |
| AE | Boys | 0 | #1,143 | 1 | 22,615 |
| CO | Girls | 0 | #1,151 | 2 | 16,140 |
| MY | Boys | 0 | #1,179 | 4 | 25,439 |
| TR | 0 | #1,183 | 29 | 19,440 | |
| MA | 0 | #1,199 | 1 | 20,986 | |
| DZ | 0 | #1,234 | 1 | 20,130 | |
| ZA | Girls | 0 | #1,235 | 2 | 25,928 |
| ZA | Boys | 0 | #1,267 | 6 | 25,619 |
| IT | Boys | 0 | #1,452 | 20 | 10,046 |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,690 | 2 | 28,008 |
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