Davy vs Gareth

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Davy

Boy #2,844 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"beloved, dear one"

Origin: Hebrew

English Scottish Irish American

✓ All Clear

Boy #2,658 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gentle, gentleness"

Origin: Welsh

Welsh English British

✓ All Clear

Davy Rank #2,844

Gareth Rank #2,658

Gareth is more popular, ranked #2658 vs #2844 for Davy.

Is Davy or Gareth more popular?

Gareth is more popular, ranked #2658 compared to Davy at #2844 in the United States.

What do Davy and Gareth mean?

Davy means "beloved, dear one" (Hebrew origin). Gareth means "gentle, gentleness" (Welsh origin).

Are Davy and Gareth boy or girl names?

Davy is primarily a boy name. Gareth is primarily a boy name.