Davina Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationduh-VEE-nah / dəˈviː.nəScottish; Hebrew
Meaning
Scottish: beloved; Hebrew: feminine form of David
Historical & Cultural Background
Davina is a feminine form of the name David, which has roots in Hebrew meaning 'beloved'. In Scottish culture, Davina has been used since the 19th century and is often associated with a sense of affection and endearment. The name has gained popularity in various English-speaking countries and is sometimes seen as a modern alternative to more traditional names.
Trend Summary
Davina has seen moderate popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Davinah
- Davine
International Variants
- Davina (English)
- Davina (Scottish)
Famous people named Davina
Davina McCall is a British television presenter known for hosting shows such as 'Big Brother' and 'The Million Pound Drop'.
Davina Porter is an American audiobook narrator recognized for her work in the 'Outlander' series.
Davina S. is a Scottish author known for her contributions to contemporary fiction.
Davina H. is a notable Scottish artist celebrated for her landscape paintings.
Fictional characters named Davina
Davina is a character in the television series 'The Originals', known for her powerful witch abilities.
Davina is a character in the book series 'The Darkest Powers' by Kelley Armstrong, depicted as a strong and resourceful young girl.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Davina was first seen in the United States in 1916. Davina has ranked as high as #880 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Davina has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Davina (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 70 | |
| CA | 56 | |
| NY | 24 | |
| OH | 23 | |
| FL | 22 | |
| NC | 22 | |
| IL | 15 | |
| IN | 12 | |
| GA | 11 | |
| PA | 11 | |
| AZ | 10 | |
| MA | 10 | |
| LA | 9 | |
| CO | 9 | |
| MN | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1948 | 12 |
| 1949 | 11 |
| 1950 | 14 |
| 1951 | 16 |
| 1952 | 16 |
| 1953 | 15 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 18 |
| 1956 | 21 |
| 1957 | 16 |
| 1958 | 19 |
| 1959 | 15 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1961 | 21 |
| 1962 | 29 |
| 1963 | 46 |
| 1964 | 45 |
| 1965 | 66 |
| 1966 | 65 |
| 1967 | 88 |
| 1968 | 156 |
| 1969 | 138 |
| 1970 | 155 |
| 1971 | 184 |
| 1972 | 176 |
| 1973 | 176 |
| 1974 | 178 |
| 1975 | 181 |
| 1976 | 187 |
| 1977 | 178 |
| 1978 | 183 |
| 1979 | 201 |
| 1980 | 176 |
| 1981 | 176 |
| 1982 | 148 |
| 1983 | 150 |
| 1984 | 148 |
| 1985 | 100 |
| 1986 | 142 |
| 1987 | 163 |
| 1988 | 159 |
| 1989 | 126 |
| 1990 | 147 |
| 1991 | 125 |
| 1992 | 143 |
| 1993 | 119 |
| 1994 | 99 |
| 1995 | 90 |
| 1996 | 121 |
| 1997 | 115 |
| 1998 | 123 |
| 1999 | 126 |
| 2000 | 96 |
| 2001 | 105 |
| 2002 | 96 |
| 2003 | 96 |
| 2004 | 81 |
| 2005 | 72 |
| 2006 | 88 |
| 2007 | 101 |
| 2008 | 104 |
| 2009 | 118 |
| 2010 | 112 |
| 2011 | 125 |
| 2012 | 108 |
| 2013 | 120 |
| 2014 | 188 |
| 2015 | 215 |
| 2016 | 273 |
| 2017 | 315 |
| 2018 | 392 |
| 2019 | 380 |
| 2020 | 460 |
| 2021 | 524 |
| 2022 | 540 |
| 2023 | 452 |
| 2024 | 452 |