"beloved, dear one"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Davy
Pronunciation: [ d-AYV-ee ]
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"friend, beloved"
Origin: Hebrew Dawid
Language: Hebrew
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- Traditionally a male nickname, may cause gender confusion
The Story of Davy
Davy is a diminutive form of David, which comes from the Hebrew name Dawid, meaning beloved or dear one. While traditionally a nickname for boys named David, Davy as a girl's name follows the growing trend of using classic male names and nicknames for girls. The name evokes a tomboyish charm and has vintage appeal.
Davy for girls is extremely rare, representing a niche choice for parents drawn to gender-neutral or traditionally male names for their daughters. The trend of using male nicknames as girl names has grown in recent decades, with names like Charlie, Billie, and Stevie paving the way.
The name Davy is most famously associated with Davy Crockett, the American folk hero and frontiersman, giving it a rugged, adventurous connotation. Davy Jones is a maritime legend, while Davy was also the name of a beloved Monkees member, adding pop culture layers.
Historical Record
Davy first appeared in US Social Security records in 1982.
Over 306 babies have been named Davy in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Davy is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #6,195 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Davy Crockett, the legendary American frontiersman, is one of the most famous bearers of this name
- Davy Jones' Locker is a nautical expression for the bottom of the ocean
- Davy Jones of The Monkees made the name famous in 1960s pop culture
Davy in Other Languages
Welsh
Dafydd
French
Davy
Hebrew
דָּוִד
Spanish
Davi
Scottish
Daibhidh
Popularity Over Time
#6,195
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Davy
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Davy Jones
Musician
1945
British singer and actor, lead vocalist of The Monkees, beloved pop icon of the 1960s
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Davy Crockett
Military
1786
American folk hero, frontiersman, soldier and politician who died at the Battle of the Alamo in 1836
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #6,195
- Total SSA Count
- 20
- Cultural Origins
- English American Scottish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Dave
Dav
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Frequently Asked Questions About Davy
What does the name Davy mean?
"beloved, dear one" (from Hebrew). "friend, beloved" (from Hebrew Dawid). Davy is a diminutive form of David, which comes from the Hebrew name Dawid, meaning beloved or dear one. While traditionally a nickname for boys named David, Davy as a girl's name follows the growing trend of using classic male names and nicknames for girls. The name evokes a tomboyish charm and has vintage appeal.
What is the origin of the name Davy?
Davy has Hebrew, Hebrew Dawid, English, American, and Scottish origins. In Hebrew, it means "beloved, dear one". In Hebrew Dawid, it means "friend, beloved".
Is Davy a boy or girl name?
Davy is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #6195. As a boy name, it is ranked #2844. 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 #6195 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Davy?
Common nicknames for Davy include Dave and Dav.
What are good middle names for Davy?
Popular middle name pairings include Davy Rose, Davy Jean, Davy Mae, Davy Ann, and Davy Lee.
What are good sibling names for Davy?
Names that pair well with Davy as siblings include Frankie, Billie, Stevie, Arlo, and Scout.
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 #6195 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Davy
Davy is a girl name with English, American, and Scottish origins . The name means "beloved, dear one" in Hebrew .
Is Davy a boy or girl name? Davy is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #6,195 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #2,844. Davy is more commonly used as a boy name.
Davy is currently ranked #6,195 in popularity for girl 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 and Dav. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Davy include Davina, Davie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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