Davie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Davie originates from Hebrew, meaning 'beloved'. It evolved from the Hebrew David through Latin and Old French forms before becoming popular in Scotland. The name carries traits of warmth and affection, with no direct biblical relevance. It has variants like David and Dave and is currently seen as friendly and approachable.
The name Davie is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Davie has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Davie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1269th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1092nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1096th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1467th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3002nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6962nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9051st out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2963rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3043rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5287th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10438th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12044th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11929th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4545th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Davie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Davie"
Pronunciation
/ˈdeɪvi/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Davie is derived from the Hebrew name David, which means 'beloved'. It has been used in various cultures, often signifying a cherished person.
Meaning
beloved
Language Evolution
David (Hebrew), Dāvid (Latin), David (Old French), Davie (Scottish)
Historical Usage
The name Davie gained popularity in Scotland as a diminutive of David during the Middle Ages and has remained a common name in various English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
David, Dave, Davy
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Davie is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and affection.
Famous People
Davie Bowie - Renowned musician and cultural icon, Davie Selke - Professional footballer, Davie Crockett - American folk hero and frontiersman
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Davie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Davie"
"Davie" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1269th of 7545 | 517 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1092nd of 6773 | 687 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1096th of 7552 | 895 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1467th of 10718 | 559 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3002nd of 16616 | 308 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6962nd of 24088 | 160 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9051st of 23106 | 90 |
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2963rd of 9107 | 167 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3043rd of 9204 | 162 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5287th of 12526 | 103 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10438th of 19264 | 41 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12044th of 27321 | 67 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11929th of 35406 | 119 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4545th of 30306 | 368 |
Regional Popularity of "Davie" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
39.22% 928th/2366 |
- |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
69.86% 1080th/1546 |
- |
40.08% 943rd/2353 |
- |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
53.44% 1190th/2227 |
67.94% 1651st/2430 |
32.81% 936th/2853 |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
43.32% 1524th/3518 |
53.07% 2146th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
60.06% 3794th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Davie" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
61.95% 4226th/6822 |
82.01% 5147th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Davie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Davie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.