Davia Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: DAY-vee-uh //ˈdeɪ.vi.ə//
Origin: Latin; Hebrew
Meaning: Latin: beloved; Hebrew: God is my judge
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Davia is believed to have roots in the Hebrew name David, which means "beloved." The name David has a rich etymological history, tracing back to the Hebrew word "dāwīḏ" (דָּוִד). This name was adopted into Greek as "Dávid" and subsequently into Latin as "Davidus." The transition into Old French occurred during the medieval period, where it became "David" before evolving into various forms in different languages, including Davia in English contexts.
The name's journey into English was facilitated by the biblical prominence of King David, a central figure in the Old Testament, who is celebrated for his leadership and poetic contributions, particularly the Psalms attributed to him. Historically, the name David has been borne by numerous significant figures, including saints and monarchs throughout the centuries.
One notable example is Saint David of Wales, the patron saint of Wales, who lived in the 6th century and is commemorated for his piety and missionary work. The name gained further prominence through the translation of the Bible into various languages, including the King James Version in the early 17th century, which solidified its presence in Christian contexts.
The name Davia, while less common, can be seen as a feminine derivative that reflects the enduring legacy of its male counterpart. Culturally, the name Davia carries connotations of affection and strength, resonating with the qualities associated with its root name, David.
The feminine form may evoke a sense of grace and resilience, aligning with the traditional attributes ascribed to women in various cultures. The name's historical significance and its connection to beloved figures in religious texts contribute to its lasting appeal, ensuring that it remains a meaningful choice for many families.
Famous people named Davia
In this section, you will find notable people named Davia. 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 Davia who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Davia who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Davia is a television personality best known for The Real World: San Francisco and The Challenge.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Davia was first seen in the United States in 1945.
Davia has ranked as high as #1251 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in New York, California, and South Carolina.
In the past 5 years the name Davia has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Davia 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 Davia was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Davia (2010)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
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 Davia.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 10 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2010 | 23 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2008 | 30 |
| 2007 | 25 |
| 2006 | 32 |
| 2005 | 26 |
| 2004 | 26 |
| 2003 | 30 |
| 2002 | 42 |
| 2001 | 33 |
| 2000 | 34 |
| 1999 | 47 |
| 1998 | 32 |
| 1997 | 37 |
| 1996 | 33 |
| 1995 | 24 |
| 1994 | 29 |
| 1993 | 31 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1989 | 21 |
| 1988 | 18 |
| 1987 | 17 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1984 | 19 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1981 | 27 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1945 | 6 |