Davielle Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: dah-VEE-el //dəˈviː.ɛl//
Origin: Hebrew; French
Meaning: Hebrew: beloved; French: derived from David
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Davielle is a modern feminine variant of the more traditional name David, which has its roots in the Hebrew language. The Hebrew name דוד (Dāvid) translates to "beloved" or "friend," and it has been a significant name throughout history, particularly in the context of biblical narratives.
The name David appears in the Old Testament as the second king of Israel, renowned for his leadership and poetic contributions, including the Psalms. The name made its way into Greek as Δαβίδ (Dabid) and subsequently into Latin as Davidus, before being adopted into Old French and eventually into English during the Middle Ages, particularly after the Norman Conquest in the 11th century.
Throughout history, the name David has been borne by numerous notable figures, including kings, saints, and scholars. In the Christian tradition, Saint David, the patron saint of Wales, is celebrated for his piety and is believed to have lived in the 6th century.
His feast day is observed on March 1st, and he is often depicted in art and literature, further solidifying the name's cultural significance. The name's prominence was also bolstered by its inclusion in major religious texts, such as the King James Bible, which was published in 1611 and has had a lasting impact on the English-speaking world.
As a derivative, Davielle carries with it the connotations of love and friendship inherent in its root name. The feminine form reflects a broader trend in naming practices, where traditional male names are adapted to create modern, gender-specific variants.
This adaptation can be seen as part of a cultural movement towards inclusivity and the celebration of femininity. The name Davielle, while contemporary, resonates with the historical and cultural weight of its predecessor, David, and embodies the enduring legacy of its etymological roots.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Davielle was first seen in the United States in 1985.
Davielle has ranked as high as #1154 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Davielle has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Davielle 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 Davielle was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Davielle
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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 Davielle.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1985 | 8 |