Daviona Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: duh-VEE-oh-nah /dəˈviːəˌnə/
Origin: American; Modern
Meaning: Derived from the name Davina, meaning 'beloved' or 'dearly loved' in Hebrew.
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Daviona is believed to be a modern variation 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 later adopted into Greek as Δαβίδ (Dabid) and subsequently into Latin as Davidus.
The transition into Old French occurred during the medieval period, where the name was used in various forms before making its way into English. The name David has been widely recognized due to its biblical significance, particularly as the name of the second king of Israel, who is a central figure in both the Old Testament and Jewish tradition, celebrated for his leadership and poetic contributions, including the Psalms, which date back to the 10th century BCE.
Throughout history, the name David has been borne by numerous notable figures, including saints and monarchs, which has contributed to its enduring presence in various cultures. The name's prominence was further solidified in the Christian tradition through the New Testament, where it is referenced in genealogies of Jesus Christ.
The King James Bible, published in the early 17th century, also played a significant role in popularizing biblical names, including David, across English-speaking populations. Culturally, the name David has been associated with themes of strength, leadership, and artistry, largely due to the biblical king's multifaceted character as a warrior, poet, and ruler.
The name has inspired various diminutive forms and variations, such as Dave and Davy, which have also found their place in different cultures. The modern adaptation Daviona likely emerged as a feminine form, reflecting contemporary naming trends that seek to create unique variations of traditional names while retaining their historical and cultural significance.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Daviona was first seen in the United States in 1994.
Daviona has ranked as high as #1357 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in Ohio, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Daviona has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Daviona 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 Daviona was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Daviona (2002)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 5 |
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 Daviona.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1994 | 7 |