Davi Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: DAH-vee /ˈdɑː.vi/
Origin: Hebrew; Portuguese
Meaning: Hebrew: beloved; Portuguese: a form of David
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Davi is derived from the Hebrew name David (דָּוִד), which means "beloved." The etymological journey begins in ancient Hebrew, where the name appears in the biblical texts as the name of one of the most significant figures in Jewish history, King David, who ruled around the 10th century BCE. From Hebrew, the name transitioned into Greek as Δαβίδ (Dabid) and then into Latin as Davidus.
The name was later adopted into Old French as David, which eventually made its way into Middle English, maintaining its form as David, with Davi emerging as a variant in some cultures. Historically, David is a central figure in the Hebrew Bible, celebrated for his role as a shepherd, warrior, and the second king of Israel.
His story is recounted in the books of Samuel, Kings, and Chronicles, and he is traditionally credited with composing many of the Psalms. The significance of David in Christianity is also profound, as he is often seen as a precursor to Jesus Christ, referred to as the "Son of David" in the New Testament.
The name gained further prominence through various translations of the Bible, including the King James Version in the early 17th century, which solidified its presence in English-speaking cultures. Culturally, the name Davi and its variants have resonated through various traditions, often symbolizing strength, leadership, and divine favor.
In many cultures, the name is associated with qualities of loyalty and affection, reflecting its original meaning of "beloved." The diminutive form, Dave, has also been widely used, although Davi itself carries a distinct identity in certain linguistic and cultural contexts. Overall, the name's rich historical and cultural associations have contributed to its enduring legacy across different societies.
Famous people named Davi
In this section, you will find notable people named Davi. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Davi who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Davi who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Davi Santos is an actor best known for The Thundermans, The Fosters, and The Last Ship.
Davi Vieira is a Brazilian footballer best known for playing as a midfielder in various clubs.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Davi was first seen in the United States in 1952.
Davi has ranked as high as #1236 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Massachusetts, Florida, California, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania.
In the past 5 years the name Davi has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Davi 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 Davi was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Davi (2024)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| MA | 34 | |
| FL | 24 | |
| PA | 9 | |
| CT | 8 | |
| TX | 8 |
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 Davi.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 133 |
| 2023 | 140 |
| 2022 | 139 |
| 2021 | 96 |
| 2020 | 101 |
| 2019 | 86 |
| 2018 | 82 |
| 2017 | 87 |
| 2016 | 97 |
| 2015 | 92 |
| 2014 | 70 |
| 2013 | 69 |
| 2012 | 80 |
| 2011 | 59 |
| 2010 | 66 |
| 2009 | 76 |
| 2008 | 36 |
| 2007 | 34 |
| 2006 | 46 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1952 | 6 |