Davion Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: DAY-vee-on //ˈdeɪ.vi.ɒn//
Origin: English; African American
Meaning: Derived from David; beloved
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Davion is believed to be a modern variant of the name David, which has its roots in the Hebrew language. The original Hebrew name, דָּוִד (Dāwīḏ), means "beloved" or "friend." This name was transliterated into Greek as Δαβίδ (Dabid) and later into Latin as Davidus, before making its way into Old French as David, and subsequently into Middle English.
The evolution of the name reflects a rich linguistic journey through various cultures and languages, ultimately leading to its contemporary form. Historically, David is a significant biblical figure, known as the second king of Israel and a central character in the Hebrew Bible.
His reign, traditionally dated to around the 10th century BCE, is marked by numerous events, including his defeat of Goliath and his establishment of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. The name gained prominence through various translations of the Bible, notably the King James Version published in 1611, which further solidified its presence in Christian contexts.
David's legacy as a warrior, poet, and leader has contributed to the enduring popularity of the name across centuries. Culturally, the name David has been associated with various symbolic meanings, including strength, leadership, and divine favor.
It has been embraced in numerous cultures and languages, often retaining its core meaning of "beloved." The name has inspired a multitude of artistic works, including literature, music, and visual arts, further embedding it in cultural consciousness. The variant Davion, while more contemporary, carries the same foundational significance and is often seen as a modern twist on the classic name, reflecting a blend of tradition and innovation.
Famous people named Davion
In this section, you will find notable people named Davion. 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 Davion who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Davion who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Davion Mitchell is a professional basketball player best known for playing with the Sacramento Kings and winning the NCAA Championship with Baylor University.
Davion Gentry is a musician best known for his work in the band The Gentrys and their hit song.
Fictional characters named Davion
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Davion is a fictional character from the video game Dota 2. He is a powerful dragon knight who transforms into a dragon to fight his enemies.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Davion. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Davion was first seen in the United States in 1970.
Davion has ranked as high as #919 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Illinois, Michigan, and Florida.
In the past 5 years the name Davion has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Davion 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 Davion was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Davion.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 139 | 139 | 0 |
| 2024 | 162 | 162 | 0 |
| 2023 | 198 | 198 | 0 |
| 2022 | 209 | 209 | 0 |
| 2021 | 255 | 255 | 0 |
| 2020 | 235 | 235 | 0 |
| 2019 | 219 | 219 | 0 |
| 2018 | 223 | 223 | 0 |
| 2017 | 245 | 245 | 0 |
| 2016 | 302 | 302 | 0 |
| 2015 | 324 | 324 | 0 |
| 2014 | 335 | 335 | 0 |
| 2013 | 372 | 372 | 0 |
| 2012 | 369 | 369 | 0 |
| 2011 | 461 | 461 | 0 |
| 2010 | 553 | 545 | 8 |
| 2009 | 595 | 595 | 0 |
| 2008 | 649 | 649 | 0 |
| 2007 | 656 | 649 | 7 |
| 2006 | 569 | 556 | 13 |
| 2005 | 630 | 621 | 9 |
| 2004 | 612 | 596 | 16 |
| 2003 | 496 | 484 | 12 |
| 2002 | 585 | 572 | 13 |
| 2001 | 474 | 455 | 19 |
| 2000 | 522 | 496 | 26 |
| 1999 | 515 | 489 | 26 |
| 1998 | 353 | 344 | 9 |
| 1997 | 264 | 251 | 13 |
| 1996 | 243 | 236 | 7 |
| 1995 | 219 | 219 | 0 |
| 1994 | 215 | 208 | 7 |
| 1993 | 185 | 180 | 5 |
| 1992 | 154 | 154 | 0 |
| 1991 | 150 | 143 | 7 |
| 1990 | 108 | 101 | 7 |
| 1989 | 97 | 91 | 6 |
| 1988 | 75 | 75 | 0 |
| 1987 | 47 | 47 | 0 |
| 1986 | 51 | 51 | 0 |
| 1985 | 43 | 43 | 0 |
| 1984 | 35 | 29 | 6 |
| 1983 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 1982 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1981 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1980 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1979 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 1978 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 1977 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1976 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1975 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1974 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1973 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1972 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1970 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
Top States for Davion (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 16 | |
| CA | 15 | |
| FL | 14 | |
| OH | 10 | |
| PA | 9 | |
| GA | 8 | |
| IL | 8 | |
| MI | 7 | |
| AZ | 5 | |
| TN | 5 | |
| WI | 5 |