What is lev?

Lev is a masculine given name of Slavic origin, which means "lion" in Russian and some other Slavic languages. It is also a common surname in various cultures. Lev is a popular name in countries such as Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus.

Famous individuals with the name Lev include writers Lev Tolstoy and Lev Gumilev, as well as actors Lev Gorn and Lev Prygunov.

In addition to being a given name, Lev is also a unit of currency in Bulgaria and Israel. In Bulgaria, the lev is abbreviated as BGN, while in Israel, the lev is often used to refer to the Israeli shekel.