Davit Boy
Origin(s)
Hebrew; Armenian
Meaning
Hebrew: beloved; Armenian: variant of David
Historical & Cultural Background
Davit is a variant of the name David, which has significant historical and cultural importance in various traditions. In Hebrew culture, David is known as a biblical king and a symbol of leadership and strength. The name has also been popular in Armenian culture, where it is used as a common given name. The name has been adapted in various forms across different languages and cultures.
Trend Summary
Davit has seen moderate popularity in various cultures, particularly in Armenian communities.
Similar Names
Davin, Dawson, Dante, Dorian, Dustin
Variants
- Davit
- David
International Variants
- Dávid (Hungarian)
- Davi (Portuguese)
- Dawid (Polish)
- Davit (Armenian)
Famous people named Davit
Davit Sargsyan is an Armenian politician known for his work in local governance.
Davit Kachkachishvili is a Georgian weightlifter who has won multiple international championships.
Davit Gurgenidze is a Georgian artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.
Davit Tsurtsumia is a Georgian football player who has played in various European leagues.
Fictional characters named Davit
Davit is a character in the animated series 'The Adventures of David,' where he embarks on various adventures.
Davit appears in the novel 'The Last King,' serving as a loyal companion to the protagonist.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Davit was first seen in the United States in 1985. Davit has ranked as high as #1340 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Davit has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Davit (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 16 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 22 |