Davette Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: dah-VET //dəˈvɛt//
Origin: French; English
Meaning: French: beloved; English: derived from David
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Davette is derived from the Hebrew name David, which means "beloved." The etymological journey begins with the Hebrew דָּוִד (Dāwīḏ), which was transliterated into Greek as Δαβίδ (Dabid) and subsequently into Latin as Davidus. The name made its way into Old French as David, and from there, it evolved into various forms in English, including Davette.
The suffix "-ette" is a diminutive form in French, often used to convey a sense of affection or smallness, thus giving Davette a softer, more feminine touch compared to its root name. Historically, David is a significant biblical figure, known as the second king of Israel and a central character in the Old Testament.
His reign is traditionally dated to around the 10th century BCE, and he is celebrated for his military prowess, poetic contributions (such as the Psalms), and his complex relationship with God. The name David has been borne by numerous saints and monarchs throughout history, further solidifying its prominence in various cultures.
The King James Bible, published in 1611, helped to popularize the name in English-speaking regions, as it included numerous references to King David, reinforcing the name's biblical significance. Culturally, the name Davette, while less common, carries the connotations of its root name, David, embodying qualities of love, leadership, and strength.
The diminutive form suggests a nurturing or affectionate quality, which has resonated in various literary and artistic contexts. Names derived from David have often been associated with notable figures in literature and history, contributing to their enduring presence in cultural narratives.
The name Davette, while not as widely recognized, reflects the rich linguistic and historical tapestry that connects it to its Hebrew origins.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Davette was first seen in the United States in 1946.
Davette has ranked as high as #1098 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in Michigan, and California.
In the past 5 years the name Davette has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Davette is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Davette was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Davette (1972)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Davette.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1979 | 21 |
| 1978 | 16 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1976 | 16 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1971 | 24 |
| 1970 | 20 |
| 1969 | 20 |
| 1968 | 21 |
| 1967 | 17 |
| 1966 | 16 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1964 | 15 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1961 | 13 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1947 | 11 |
| 1946 | 5 |