Davi Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAH-vee / ˈdɑː.viHebrew; Portuguese
Meaning
Hebrew: beloved; Portuguese: a form of David
Historical & Cultural Background
Davi is a variant of the name David, which has significant historical and cultural importance in Jewish and Christian traditions. In Hebrew, David means 'beloved' and is associated with the biblical King David. The name has been widely used across various cultures, particularly in Portuguese-speaking countries, where Davi is a common form. Its popularity has grown in recent years, reflecting a trend towards shorter, simpler names.
Trend Summary
Davi has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past decade.
Similar Names
Variants
- Davy
- Davie
International Variants
- Davi (Portuguese)
- David (English)
- Dawid (Polish)
- Dávid (Hungarian)
Famous people named Davi
Davi Santos is an actor known for his roles in various television series.
Davi Vieira is a Brazilian football player recognized for his contributions to the sport.
Davi Kopenawa is a prominent indigenous leader and environmental activist from Brazil.
Davi Rodrigues is a Brazilian musician celebrated for his contributions to contemporary music.
Fictional characters named Davi
Davi is a character in the Brazilian telenovela 'Avenida Brasil', known for his complex relationships.
Davi is a character in the animated series 'Os Trapalhões', often portrayed as humorous and adventurous.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Davi was first seen in the United States in 1952. Davi has ranked as high as #1236 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Massachusetts, Florida, California, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Davi has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Davi (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MA | 34 | |
| FL | 24 | |
| PA | 9 | |
| CT | 8 | |
| TX | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 46 |
| 2007 | 34 |
| 2008 | 36 |
| 2009 | 76 |
| 2010 | 66 |
| 2011 | 59 |
| 2012 | 80 |
| 2013 | 69 |
| 2014 | 70 |
| 2015 | 92 |
| 2016 | 97 |
| 2017 | 87 |
| 2018 | 82 |
| 2019 | 86 |
| 2020 | 101 |
| 2021 | 96 |
| 2022 | 139 |
| 2023 | 140 |
| 2024 | 133 |