"beloved, dear one"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Davy
Pronunciation: [ d-AYV-ee ]
Boy Name
#2,844 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
A frontier spirit packed into two cheerful syllables
English
Scottish
Irish
American
Playful
Vintage
Classic
Earthy
Strong
Meaning & Origin
"friend, darling"
Origin: Hebrew via Greek
Language: English
Things to Know About This Name
- Davy Jones' Locker is a nautical idiom for drowning or death at sea
The Story of Davy
Davy is a diminutive form of David, derived from the Hebrew name Dawid meaning beloved or friend. David was one of the greatest kings of ancient Israel, and his name spread throughout the world via the Bible and later through Christianity. The Scottish and Welsh particularly embraced David (and its diminutive Davy), with David being the patron saint of Wales.
Davy enjoyed its peak popularity in mid-20th century America, largely fueled by the enormous cultural phenomenon of Davy Crockett, King of the Wild Frontier (1954-1955). The Disney TV show and Fess Parker's portrayal made coonskin caps and the name Davy iconic. The Davy Crockett craze was one of the first major television-driven merchandise and naming trends.
In Scottish and Irish culture, Davy is a warmly familiar form of David. Davy Crockett made the name synonymous with American frontier spirit and rugged individualism. In nautical tradition, Davy Jones' Locker refers to the bottom of the ocean as the final resting place of drowned sailors.
Fun Facts
- The 1955 Davy Crockett craze sold over 10 million coonskin caps in a matter of months
- Davy Crockett is the subject of one of America's most enduring folk songs
- David/Davy has been the name of 29 Welsh kings and princes
Davy in Other Languages
Irish
Daithi
Welsh
Dewi
French
David
Spanish
Davide
Scottish Gaelic
Daibhidh
Famous People Named Davy
D
Davy Crockett
Politician
1786
American folk hero, frontiersman, soldier, and politician who died at the Alamo in 1836
D
Davy Jones Fictional
Other
1945
Fictional pirate villain in Pirates of the Caribbean, captain of the Flying Dutchman and ruler of the ocean deep
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,844
- Total SSA Count
- 45
- Cultural Origins
- English Scottish Irish American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Dave
Pairs Well With
Davy James
Davy Lee
Davy Ray
Davy Cole
Davy Wayne
Davy Paul
Sibling Names
Also a Girl Name
Davy is also used as a girl name, ranked #6195.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Davy
What does the name Davy mean?
"beloved, dear one" (from Hebrew). "friend, darling" (from Hebrew via Greek). Davy is a diminutive form of David, derived from the Hebrew name Dawid meaning beloved or friend. David was one of the greatest kings of ancient Israel, and his name spread throughout the world via the Bible and later through Christianity. The Scottish and Welsh particularly embraced David (and its diminutive Davy), with David being the patron saint of Wales.
What is the origin of the name Davy?
Davy has Hebrew, Hebrew via Greek, English, Scottish, Irish, and American origins. In Hebrew, it means "beloved, dear one". In Hebrew via Greek, it means "friend, darling".
Is Davy a boy or girl name?
Davy is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2844. As a girl name, it is ranked #6195. Davy is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Davy?
Davy is pronounced d-AYV-ee.
How popular is the name Davy?
Davy is currently ranked #2844 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Davy?
Common nicknames for Davy include Dave.
What are good middle names for Davy?
Popular middle name pairings include Davy James, Davy Lee, Davy Ray, Davy Cole, Davy Wayne, and Davy Paul.
What are good sibling names for Davy?
Names that pair well with Davy as siblings include Bobby, Tommy, Ricky, Susie, Peggy, and Frankie.
How many syllables does Davy have?
Davy has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Davy a common or rare name?
Davy is an uncommon name, ranked #2844 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Davy
Davy is a boy name with English, Scottish, Irish, and American origins . The name means "beloved, dear one" in Hebrew .
Is Davy a boy or girl name? Davy is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,844 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #6,195. Davy is more commonly used as a boy name.
Davy is currently ranked #2,844 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Davy has 2 syllables and is pronounced d-AYV-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Davy include Dave. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Davy include David, Davis, Davion, Davian, Davi . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.