Lyubov
A girl's name of Russian origin with 26 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
When Lyubov hit its peak of 6 births in 2002, the internet was beginning to expose parents to a wider world of naming options, and pop culture influence on baby names was at an all-time high.
Today, Lyubov reads as a name tied to a specific era — which is exactly what draws some parents to it.
Lyubov is not in the current top 1,000 girl names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Lyubov is a girl's baby name of Russian origin, meaning 'love' directly — from the Old Church Slavonic lyuby. It is a traditional Russian name with deep roots in Orthodox Christian culture, borne by a 4th-century Christian martyr revered as Saint Lyubov.
Rarely used outside Slavic-speaking communities, Lyubov carries an immediate, uncomplicated meaning that transcends language barriers: pure love. For families honoring Russian heritage, it is a name of real cultural and emotional weight.
EtymologyShow more
Lyubov is built from 6 letters and two syllables — a mid-length form that balances memorability with distinctiveness. Within the Russian naming tradition, this length is typical of names that preserve their full historical form, carrying their etymology on the surface.
The interplay of consonants and vowels in Lyubov creates its characteristic sharp, distinct quality. Two-syllable names are the most common length in American naming, hitting a natural speech rhythm that works across formal and informal contexts.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Lyubov has 5+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1993.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 16 | #17241 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 10 | #15332 | — |
The Story of Lyubov
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2002, Lyubov is a name that defines a generation. Girls named Lyubov are most likely born between 1993 and 2006.
How rare is Lyubov?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Lyubov is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1993, peaked in the 2000s with 16 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(5 years, 1993–2006)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 5 | #18923 |
| 2005 | 5 | #18110 |
| 2002 | 6 | #14691 |
| 1999 | 5 | #15855 |
| 1993 | 5 | #14809 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1993–2006