Davion

Boy Name #1,240 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Syllables

A modern take on the timeless beloved

American African-American

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Meaning & Origin

"beloved (from David)"

Origin: Hebrew via American coinage

Language: English

"modern invented name"

Origin: American

Language: English

The Story of Davion

Davion is an American invention, likely created by combining the classic name David (from the Hebrew beloved) with the popular -ion suffix that adds a contemporary feel. It emerged in African-American naming traditions in the late 20th century as parents sought names that felt both rooted in tradition and distinctively modern.

Davion rose in popularity in the 1990s and 2000s, particularly in African-American communities. The name attracted wider attention when Davion Only, a Florida teenager, made a heartfelt plea in church to be adopted at age 15 in 2013, garnering national media coverage.

Davion reflects the rich African-American tradition of name innovation — taking classic roots and creating new, distinctive names that express both heritage and individuality. The -on ending gives it a rhythmic, energetic quality.

Fun Facts

Davion Only's 2013 church plea to be adopted went viral and led to him receiving thousands of adoption offers
The name combines David with the popular -ion suffix popular in contemporary American naming

Davion in Other Languages

French Davion

Spanish Davión

Famous People Named Davion

Davion Mitchell

Athlete

1999

NBA basketball player who plays as a guard, known as Off Night Mitchell

Davion Only

Other

1998

American youth who gained national attention in 2013 when his heartfelt plea for adoption went viral

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3
Popularity Rank: #1,240
Total SSA Count: 161
Cultural Origins: American African-American
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Casual
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Alternative Spellings

David #31 Davis #646 Davian #1392 Davi #1403 Davin #2787 Davit #4572

Common Nicknames

Dav Davi Davy

Pairs Well With

Davion Lee Davion James Davion Michael Davion Andre Davion Jamal Davion Ray

Sibling Names

Jaylen Kamari Zion Amara Naomi Destiny

Also a Girl Name

Davion is also used as a girl name, ranked #16715.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Davion

What does the name Davion mean?

"beloved (from David)" (from Hebrew via American coinage). "modern invented name" (from American). Davion is an American invention, likely created by combining the classic name David (from the Hebrew beloved) with the popular -ion suffix that adds a contemporary feel. It emerged in African-American naming traditions in the late 20th century as parents sought names that felt both rooted in tradition and distinctively modern.

What is the origin of the name Davion?

Davion has Hebrew via American coinage, American, and African-American origins. In Hebrew via American coinage, it means "beloved (from David)". In American, it means "modern invented name".

Is Davion a boy or girl name?

Davion is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1240. As a girl name, it is ranked #16715. Davion is more commonly used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Davion?

Davion is currently ranked #1240 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Davion?

Common nicknames for Davion include Dav, Davi, and Davy.

What are good middle names for Davion?

Popular middle name pairings include Davion Lee, Davion James, Davion Michael, Davion Andre, Davion Jamal, and Davion Ray.

What are good sibling names for Davion?

Names that pair well with Davion as siblings include Jaylen, Kamari, Zion, Amara, Naomi, and Destiny.

How many syllables does Davion have?

Davion has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Davion a common or rare name?

Davion is an uncommon name, ranked #1240 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Davion

Davion is a boy name with American and African-American origins . The name means "beloved (from David)" in Hebrew via American coinage .

Is Davion a boy or girl name? Davion is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,240 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #16,715. Davion is more commonly used as a boy name.

Davion is currently ranked #1,240 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Davion has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Davion include Dav, Davi, and Davy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Davion include David, Davis, Davian, Davi, Davin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.