Dave Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdayv / /deɪv/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: beloved; English: variant of David
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dave is often considered a diminutive of David, which has biblical origins. David is a significant figure in the Hebrew Bible, known as the second king of Israel. The name has been popular in various cultures and languages, particularly in English-speaking countries. Over time, Dave has emerged as a standalone name, commonly used in informal contexts.
Trend Summary
The name Dave has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- David
- Davy
International Variants
- Davi (Portuguese)
- Davide (Italian)
- Dawid (Polish)
Famous people named Dave
Dave Chappelle is an American comedian known for his sharp wit and social commentary.
Dave Grohl is an American musician and frontman of the rock band Foo Fighters.
Dave Bautista is an American actor and former professional wrestler.
Dave Ramsey is an American financial author and radio host.
Fictional characters named Dave
Dave Lizewski is the main character in the comic book series and film 'Kick-Ass'.
Dave Strider is a character in the webcomic 'Homestuck'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dave was first seen in the United States in 1880. Dave has ranked as high as #247 nationally, which occurred in 1959, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Michigan, Illinois, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Dave has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dave (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 14 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| MA | 7 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 131 |
| 1881 | 135 |
| 1882 | 139 |
| 1883 | 135 |
| 1884 | 159 |
| 1885 | 128 |
| 1886 | 139 |
| 1887 | 111 |
| 1888 | 146 |
| 1889 | 116 |
| 1890 | 152 |
| 1891 | 124 |
| 1892 | 138 |
| 1893 | 113 |
| 1894 | 129 |
| 1895 | 139 |
| 1896 | 118 |
| 1897 | 121 |
| 1898 | 127 |
| 1899 | 120 |
| 1900 | 166 |
| 1901 | 105 |
| 1902 | 112 |
| 1903 | 88 |
| 1904 | 102 |
| 1905 | 137 |
| 1906 | 98 |
| 1907 | 107 |
| 1908 | 116 |
| 1909 | 102 |
| 1910 | 178 |
| 1911 | 135 |
| 1912 | 222 |
| 1913 | 249 |
| 1914 | 267 |
| 1915 | 295 |
| 1916 | 329 |
| 1917 | 322 |
| 1918 | 358 |
| 1919 | 361 |
| 1920 | 373 |
| 1921 | 320 |
| 1922 | 325 |
| 1923 | 322 |
| 1924 | 343 |
| 1925 | 362 |
| 1926 | 353 |
| 1927 | 378 |
| 1928 | 324 |
| 1929 | 332 |
| 1930 | 339 |
| 1931 | 383 |
| 1932 | 387 |
| 1933 | 375 |
| 1934 | 458 |
| 1935 | 469 |
| 1936 | 525 |
| 1937 | 593 |
| 1938 | 626 |
| 1939 | 663 |
| 1940 | 769 |
| 1941 | 864 |
| 1942 | 1,054 |
| 1943 | 1,089 |
| 1944 | 1,125 |
| 1945 | 1,077 |
| 1946 | 1,398 |
| 1947 | 1,693 |
| 1948 | 1,508 |
| 1949 | 1,163 |
| 1950 | 874 |
| 1951 | 743 |
| 1952 | 768 |
| 1953 | 768 |
| 1954 | 834 |
| 1955 | 1,051 |
| 1956 | 1,355 |
| 1957 | 2,181 |
| 1958 | 2,958 |
| 1959 | 3,308 |
| 1960 | 3,050 |
| 1961 | 2,802 |
| 1962 | 2,362 |
| 1963 | 1,996 |
| 1964 | 1,535 |
| 1965 | 1,159 |
| 1966 | 868 |
| 1967 | 773 |
| 1968 | 667 |
| 1969 | 562 |
| 1970 | 521 |
| 1971 | 414 |
| 1972 | 313 |
| 1973 | 240 |
| 1974 | 227 |
| 1975 | 186 |
| 1976 | 181 |
| 1977 | 189 |
| 1978 | 165 |
| 1979 | 155 |
| 1980 | 160 |
| 1981 | 170 |
| 1982 | 172 |
| 1983 | 148 |
| 1984 | 152 |
| 1985 | 150 |
| 1986 | 142 |
| 1987 | 134 |
| 1988 | 162 |
| 1989 | 128 |
| 1990 | 124 |
| 1991 | 133 |
| 1992 | 123 |
| 1993 | 123 |
| 1994 | 115 |
| 1995 | 113 |
| 1996 | 90 |
| 1997 | 91 |
| 1998 | 91 |
| 1999 | 103 |
| 2000 | 96 |
| 2001 | 98 |
| 2002 | 109 |
| 2003 | 115 |
| 2004 | 100 |
| 2005 | 100 |
| 2006 | 90 |
| 2007 | 101 |
| 2008 | 94 |
| 2009 | 84 |
| 2010 | 71 |
| 2011 | 70 |
| 2012 | 78 |
| 2013 | 78 |
| 2014 | 77 |
| 2015 | 64 |
| 2016 | 55 |
| 2017 | 81 |
| 2018 | 76 |
| 2019 | 66 |
| 2020 | 72 |
| 2021 | 64 |
| 2022 | 60 |
| 2023 | 65 |
| 2024 | 76 |