Leviathan Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Leviathan

"A taxonomic genus within the family †Mammutidae – junior synonym of †Mammut."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2020 👥 821 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
A taxonomic genus within the family †Mammutidae – junior synonym of †Mammut.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
821
Life Path
Number 11

📖 What Does Leviathan Mean?

Leviathan is a giant sea serpent noted in theology and mythology. It is referenced in the Hebrew Bible, as a metaphor for a powerful enemy, notably Babylon. It is referred to in Psalms, the Book of Job, the Book of Isaiah, and the Book of Enoch. Leviathan is often an embodiment of chaos, threatening to eat the damned when their lives are over. In the end, it is annihilated. Christian theologians identified Leviathan with the demon of the deadly sin envy. According to Ophite Diagrams, Leviathan encapsulates the space of the material world.

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Leviathan is a giant sea serpent noted in theology and mythology. It is referenced in the Hebrew Bible, as a metaphor for a powerful enemy, notably Babylon. It is referred to in Psalms, the Book of Job, the Book of Isaiah, and the Book of Enoch. Leviathan is often an embodiment of chaos, threatening to eat the damned when their lives are over. In the end, it is annihilated. Christian theologians identified Leviathan with the demon of the deadly sin envy. According to Ophite Diagrams, Leviathan encapsulates the space of the material world.

Root Element
Leviathan
Core Meaning
"A taxonomic genus within the family †Mammutidae – junior synonym of †Mammut."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Leviathan

L 3
E 5
V 4
I 9
A 1
T 2
H 8
A 1
N 5
SUM 11
11
Life Path
Intuition & Insight
7
Soul Urge
Wisdom & Introspection
22
Personality
Master Builder

Life Path 11 — Intuition & Insight: Highly intuitive, idealistic, and visionary.

📊 Leviathan in Numbers

821 US bearers
2020 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Leviathan" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A taxonomic genus within the family †Mammutidae – junior synonym of †Mammut.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~821 people named Leviathan in the US. Peaked in 2020 with 87 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Leviathan?

The Life Path number for Leviathan is 11, associated with Intuition & Insight. Soul Urge: 7. Personality: 22.

Is Leviathan a boy or girl name?

Leviathan is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Leviathan in the US?

Approximately 821 people in the United States are named Leviathan. The name peaked in 2020 with 87 recorded uses.

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