"beloved, darling"
Origin: Hebrew David
Language: Scandinavian
Davin
Pronunciation: [ d-AV-ihn ]
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Meaning & Origin
"bright friend"
Origin: Old Norse dagr + vinr
Language: Norse
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The Story of Davin
Davin is a Scandinavian form of David, deriving from the Hebrew 'Dod' or 'Dawid' meaning 'beloved' or 'darling.' In Nordic countries, Davin developed as a naturalized version of the Biblical name that honored Scandinavian phonetic preferences. It may also be influenced by the Old Norse element 'dagr' (day) + 'vinr' (friend), creating an alternate meaning of 'bright friend' or 'day's friend.'
Davin is rare enough to feel distinctive while clearly connected to the beloved David lineage. It appeals to parents who want a traditional-feeling name with a fresh, less-common spelling — avoiding the ubiquity of David while keeping the warmth and heritage.
David is one of the most globally significant names — the shepherd-king of Israel, Michelangelo's masterpiece, and a name borne by kings across Europe. Davin offers that legacy with a Scandinavian twist, perfect for families with Nordic heritage.
Historical Record
Davin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 10,583 babies have been named Davin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Davin is past its peak , currently ranked #2,787 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- David is the most common name among US presidents with two (Eisenhower and Humphrey)
- Davin is most common in Scandinavian countries and their diaspora communities
- The name David appears over 1,000 times in the Old Testament
Davin in Other Languages
Danish
David
Hebrew
דָּוִד (David)
Finnish
Davin
Swedish
David
Norwegian
David
Popularity Over Time
#2,787
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 2007
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Davin
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Davin Joseph
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1982
Former NFL offensive lineman who played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
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Second king of the United Kingdom of Israel, author of Psalms, and central figure in Judaism and Christianity
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,787
- Total SSA Count
- 46
- Cultural Origins
- Scandinavian English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Davin
What does the name Davin mean?
"beloved, darling" (from Hebrew David). "bright friend" (from Old Norse dagr + vinr). Davin is a Scandinavian form of David, deriving from the Hebrew 'Dod' or 'Dawid' meaning 'beloved' or 'darling.' In Nordic countries, Davin developed as a naturalized version of the Biblical name that honored Scandinavian phonetic preferences. It may also be influenced by the Old Norse element 'dagr' (day) + 'vinr' (friend), creating an alternate meaning of 'bright friend' or 'day's friend.'
What is the origin of the name Davin?
Davin has Hebrew David, Old Norse dagr + vinr, Scandinavian, English, and American origins. In Hebrew David, it means "beloved, darling". In Old Norse dagr + vinr, it means "bright friend".
Is Davin a boy or girl name?
Davin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2787. As a girl name, it is ranked #13337. Davin is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Davin?
Davin is pronounced d-AV-ihn.
How popular is the name Davin?
Davin is currently ranked #2787 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Davin?
Common nicknames for Davin include Dav and Dave.
What are good middle names for Davin?
Popular middle name pairings include Davin James, Davin Thomas, Davin Cole, Davin Reid, Davin Grant, and Davin Elliot.
What are good sibling names for Davin?
Names that pair well with Davin as siblings include Evan, Nolan, Caden, Mila, Sierra, and Avery.
How many syllables does Davin have?
Davin has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Davin a common or rare name?
Davin is an uncommon name, ranked #2787 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Davin
Davin is a boy name with Scandinavian, English, and American origins . The name means "beloved, darling" in Hebrew David .
Is Davin a boy or girl name? Davin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,787 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #13,337. Davin is more commonly used as a boy name.
Davin is currently ranked #2,787 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Davin has 2 syllables and is pronounced d-AV-ihn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Davin include Dav and Dave. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Davin include David, Davis, Davion, Davian, Davi . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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