"beloved, darling"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Davey
Pronunciation: [ d-AYV-ee ]
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A warm, friendly take on the beloved classic David
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The Story of Davey
Davey is a diminutive form of David, one of the oldest and most enduring names in Western tradition. David derives from the Hebrew 'Dod' or 'Dawid' meaning 'beloved' or 'darling.' The name belongs to the great biblical King David, who slew Goliath and wrote the Psalms. Davey represents the warmly informal version, common throughout the British Isles as an affectionate form of the name.
Davey was used as a standalone name particularly in the mid-20th century, when the informal version of classic names was fashionable. The Disney TV show about Davy Crockett in the 1950s sparked a brief craze for frontier-style names ending in -ey/-y.
Davey Jones (not the Monkees musician but the legendary nautical figure) gave rise to 'Davy Jones's Locker,' the mythical resting place of drowned sailors. Davey Crockett is an iconic American frontier legend. The name carries a warm, accessible quality across Celtic cultures.
Historical Record
Davey first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,735 babies have been named Davey in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Davey is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #3,525 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Davy Jones's Locker refers to the bottom of the ocean in maritime folklore
- Davy Crockett was known as 'King of the Wild Frontier' and died at the Alamo in 1836
- David has ranked in the top 10 most popular names in the US for most of the 20th century
Davey in Other Languages
Irish
Dáithí
Welsh
Dafydd
French
Davey
Scottish Gaelic
Dàibhidh
Popularity Over Time
#3,525
Current Rank
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Rising Fast
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Davey
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Davey Havok
Musician
1975
American singer, lead vocalist of AFI and other bands
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Davy Jones
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1945
British singer and actor, lead vocalist of The Monkees
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Davy Crockett
Politician
1786
American folk hero, frontiersman, soldier, and politician who died at the Battle of the Alamo
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,525
- Total SSA Count
- 32
- Cultural Origins
- English Scottish Irish Welsh
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Dave
Day
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Frequently Asked Questions About Davey
What does the name Davey mean?
"beloved, darling" (from Hebrew). Davey is a diminutive form of David, one of the oldest and most enduring names in Western tradition. David derives from the Hebrew 'Dod' or 'Dawid' meaning 'beloved' or 'darling.' The name belongs to the great biblical King David, who slew Goliath and wrote the Psalms. Davey represents the warmly informal version, common throughout the British Isles as an affectionate form of the name.
What is the origin of the name Davey?
Davey has Hebrew, English, Scottish, Irish, and Welsh origins. In Hebrew, it means "beloved, darling".
Is Davey a boy or girl name?
Davey is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #3525. As a girl name, it is ranked #6723. Davey is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Davey?
Davey is pronounced d-AYV-ee.
How popular is the name Davey?
Davey is currently ranked #3525 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Davey?
Common nicknames for Davey include Dave and Day.
What are good middle names for Davey?
Popular middle name pairings include Davey James, Davey John, Davey Lee, Davey Ray, Davey Paul, Davey Wayne, and Davey Joe.
What are good sibling names for Davey?
Names that pair well with Davey as siblings include Johnny, Ronnie, Bobby, Sally, Maggie, Eddie, and Tommy.
How many syllables does Davey have?
Davey has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Davey a common or rare name?
Davey is an uncommon name, ranked #3525 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Davey
Davey is a boy name with English, Scottish, Irish, and Welsh origins . The name means "beloved, darling" in Hebrew .
Is Davey a boy or girl name? Davey is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,525 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #6,723. Davey is more commonly used as a boy name.
Davey is currently ranked #3,525 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Davey has 2 syllables and is pronounced d-AYV-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Davey include Dave and Day. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Davey include Dave, Daven . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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