Davey name meaning

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Updated: March 15th, 2024
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Hebrew and Old Norse
Usage: English, Hebrew and Scottish
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Davey d(a)-vey
Meaning: Dearly Loved and Variant of David Beloved
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What does Davey mean?

Well-Known unisex name Davey is principally used in English, Hebrew and Scottish and originated from Hebrew and Old Norse, Davey means "Dearly Loved or Variant of David Beloved". Davey is variant form of admired Davion.

Davion is version of celebrated Davon. Used substantially in English frequently used, Davion, Davion means "Beloved, Brilliant Finn and Blend of David and Darrion" has origin in English. Davey is diminutive of Davin.

Davin is version of biblical and outstanding David. Also Davin is version of dominant and angelic Devin. Davin is form of Devin in English language. Well-Liked Davin's origin is Celtic, Old Irish and Hebrew, meaning of Davin is "Small Deer and Black One".

How do I pronounce Davey?

d(a)-vey is the most common way to pronounce two syllabled Davey.

Variants of Davey

Davion, Davon, Daveion, Daivon, David, Davin, Devonte, Daveyon

Names that rhyme with Davey

How popular is the name Davey?

Davey is a familiar baby name in United States, it has been in use since 1925 and was able to reach the top 700 names. In 1929, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 654 on boy names chart when 93 babies were named Davey.

Over 3208 people have been named Davey in United States. Also, in Netherlands, in just 5 years, it has made it to the top 300 names. Recently in 2017, 64 babies were given Davey and it reached its peak ranking, 248 on boy names chart.

There are over 277 babies that have been given the name Davey in Netherlands.

Davey is a unique baby name in England and Wales, it has been in use since 1996 and was able to reach the top 900 names.

In 2007, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 865 on boy names chart when 30 babies were named Davey. Over 278 people have been named Davey in England and Wales.

Davey is a rare baby name in Ireland where it is still in use. And also in Belgium. Also, Davey is a familiar name in England, Philippines, Indonesia, Canada, Zimbabwe, Australia, South Africa and Zambia.

At least, 5000 people globally have carried Davey as their given name according to our research.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
2018433723973710
2017705511
2016474920793714
2015439222117908
2014505018145076
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Davey in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands259323657
Sweden9657
Norway9657
Denmark6050

Numerological analysis of Davey

Not everyone wants to change the world as you do. If you have letter Y as your capstone, it reveals you love your freedom and avoid people who try to capture you or make you feel uncomfortable for living freely. You love people with an attitude but open to discussion and hearing new opinions. You love deadlines because they ‘force' you to bring out the best of you in a determined period of time.

Other names similar to Davey, for soon-to-be-parents

  •  Suzie - Predominant and Conifer Hebrew Suzie means "Lily" notably used in Danish, Swedish and English is used as a girl name
  •  Joé - The Joé means "Lord God" is rooted from Hebrew
  •  Ane - Ane's meaning is He (God) Was Gracious is commonly used in Norwegian and Swedish and a gender insensitive name is of Hebrew and Old Norse origin
  •  Gebba - Girl name Gebba means "Surrender" came from Hebrew and Old High German
  •  Estère - The Estère means "Star" is originated from Hebrew
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Middle names for Davey

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Sibling Names for Davey

Introducing baby Davey, a name with a timeless charm and a hint of playfulness. If you're looking for sibling names that complement Davey's spirited character, we've gathered some options that might catch your eye. From classic choices to more unique picks, here are some ideas to inspire you.

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Famous people named Davey

  • Davey Winder, United Kingdom IT pundit
  • Davey Marlin-Jones, American stage director
  • Davey Havok, lead vocalist of the American rock band AFI
  • Davey Allison, NASCAR driver
  • Davey Johnson, American former professional baseball player and manager
  • Davey Boy Smith, David "Davey Boy" This is incorrect
  • Davey O'Brien, American football quarterback
  • Davey Lopes, former second baseman and manager
  • Davey Pattison, San Francisco Bay Area based rock vocalist
  • Davey Boy Smith Jr., Davey Boy Smith Jr
  • Davey Moore, American featherweight world champion boxer
  • Davey Moore, American world junior middleweight champion boxer
  • Davey Graham, British guitarist and one of the most influential figures
  • Davey Johnstone, Scottish rock guitarist and vocalist
  • Davey Richards, American professional wrestler
  • Davey Ray Moor, England-based songwriter, singer
  • Davey Faragher, American bass guitarist from Redlands, California
  • Davey Hamilton, race car driver
  • Davey Payne, English saxophonist best known as a member of Ian Dury's backing band The Blockheads
  • Davey von Bohlen, American musician and songwriter, best
  • Davey Langit, singer
  • Davey Armstrong, retired boxer from the United States
  • Davey Brown, former U.S. soccer forward
  • Davey Williams, Williams graduated
  • Davey Crockett, American baseball player and manager
  • Davey Lawrence, former ice hockey goaltender
  • Davey Davison in General Hospital as Actress
  • Davey Thompson in Changeling as Stunts
  • Davey Pierce is the composer of short Alfred
  • Davey Lee played the central role of Sonny Boy in 1929 comedy flick Sonny Boy.
  • In 2017, Davey Morrison portrayed the role of Alexis Thrill in comedy, sci-fi film Welcome to the Rubber Room.

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