Tov: meaning of the Hebrew name

טוֹב

Pronounced TOV

Meaning of Tov

Tov is the simplest Hebrew word of blessing, as in the verse "And God saw that it was good." A name that wishes for a life of goodness and kindness.

Tov in Hebrew

Tov is written טוב in Hebrew (with vowel points: טוֹב). Hebrew is read from right to left.

  • טTet
  • וVav
  • בBet

Gematria value: 17 (Tet 9 + Vav 6 + Bet 2)

About the name

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginHebrew
  • Meaninggood
  • PronunciationTOV
  • Hebrewטוב
  • Syllables1

Popularity in Israel

Tov was not among the 150 most common boys' or girls' names in Israel in the CBS data for 2014-2024.

Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), first names given to Jewish newborns, 2014-2024. Ranks cover the 150 most common names per year.

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Questions about Tov

What does the name Tov mean?

Tov is the simplest Hebrew word of blessing, as in the verse "And God saw that it was good." A name that wishes for a life of goodness and kindness.

How do you pronounce Tov?

Tov is pronounced TOV in modern Israeli Hebrew. The syllable in capital letters is stressed.

How do you write Tov in Hebrew?

Tov is written טוב in Hebrew (with vowel points: טוֹב).

What is the gematria of Tov?

In gematria, the Hebrew spelling טוב adds up to 17 (Tet 9 + Vav 6 + Bet 2).

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This name in Hebrew: טוב