Davy Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAY-vee / /ˈdeɪ.vi/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: beloved; English: diminutive of David
Historical & Cultural Background
Davy is often considered a diminutive of the name David, which has biblical origins. The name David means 'beloved' in Hebrew and has been popular in various cultures. Davy has been used as a standalone name, particularly in English-speaking countries. It carries a friendly and approachable connotation.
Trend Summary
Davy has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dave
- David
International Variants
- Davi (Portuguese)
- Davy (French)
- Dávid (Hungarian)
Famous people named Davy
Davy Crockett was an American frontiersman and folk hero known for his role in the Texas Revolution.
Davy Jones was a British musician and member of the Monkees, a popular band in the 1960s.
Davy Havok is an American singer and songwriter, known as the lead vocalist of the band AFI.
Davy Russell is an Irish jockey who has won numerous prestigious horse racing events.
Fictional characters named Davy
Davy Jones is a character in the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' franchise, known as the captain of the Flying Dutchman.
Davy the Diver is a character in the animated series 'Davy and Goliath', known for his adventures and moral lessons.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Davy was first seen in the United States in 1917. Davy has ranked as high as #884 nationally, which occurred in 1955, and has been most popular in California, Texas, North Carolina, Louisiana, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Davy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Davy (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1929 | 25 |
| 1930 | 30 |
| 1931 | 18 |
| 1932 | 13 |
| 1933 | 16 |
| 1934 | 13 |
| 1935 | 12 |
| 1936 | 10 |
| 1937 | 12 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 15 |
| 1940 | 20 |
| 1941 | 11 |
| 1942 | 17 |
| 1943 | 16 |
| 1944 | 11 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 16 |
| 1947 | 23 |
| 1948 | 24 |
| 1949 | 16 |
| 1950 | 26 |
| 1951 | 22 |
| 1952 | 26 |
| 1953 | 30 |
| 1954 | 32 |
| 1955 | 195 |
| 1956 | 92 |
| 1957 | 54 |
| 1958 | 61 |
| 1959 | 48 |
| 1960 | 48 |
| 1961 | 49 |
| 1962 | 48 |
| 1963 | 34 |
| 1964 | 35 |
| 1965 | 26 |
| 1966 | 22 |
| 1967 | 43 |
| 1968 | 57 |
| 1969 | 48 |
| 1970 | 46 |
| 1971 | 51 |
| 1972 | 54 |
| 1973 | 55 |
| 1974 | 46 |
| 1975 | 39 |
| 1976 | 45 |
| 1977 | 53 |
| 1978 | 41 |
| 1979 | 28 |
| 1980 | 44 |
| 1981 | 34 |
| 1982 | 30 |
| 1983 | 20 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 28 |
| 1986 | 27 |
| 1987 | 25 |
| 1988 | 24 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 21 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 23 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 24 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 45 |