Davi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Davi is a variant of the Hebrew name David, which means 'beloved' or 'friend.' It has evolved through various languages and cultures, retaining its core meaning. The name is strongly associated with the biblical King David, adding to its cultural significance. In modern times, Davi is viewed as a stylish and contemporary name, particularly in Portuguese-speaking regions.
The name Davi is most popular in Massachusetts, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast 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, Davi has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male 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 male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Davi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4541st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4983rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5393rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3182nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1641st out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9243rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6054th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7807th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11390th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7002nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Davi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Davi"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɑːvi/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Davi is derived from the Hebrew name 'David,' which means 'beloved' or 'friend.'
Meaning
beloved, friend
Language Evolution
David (Hebrew), Davi (Portuguese), Davy (English), Davit (Armenian)
Biblical Background
The name Davi is closely associated with the biblical figure King David, who is known for his leadership and poetic abilities.
Historical Usage
The name David has been popular in various cultures for centuries, with Davi being a common variant in Portuguese-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
David, Davy, Davit, Dawid
Modern Popularity & Image
Davi is considered a modern and trendy name, particularly in Brazil and among Portuguese speakers, where it has gained significant popularity.
Famous People
Davi Kopenawa, a prominent Brazilian indigenous leader, Davi Santos, a Brazilian actor, Davi Lucca, the son of famous Brazilian football player Neymar
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Davi"
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 "Davi"
"Davi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4541st of 7552 | 47 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4983rd of 10718 | 67 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5393rd of 16616 | 128 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3182nd of 24088 | 504 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1641st of 23106 | 1,192 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9243rd of 12526 | 20 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6054th of 19264 | 127 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7807th of 27321 | 145 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11390th of 35406 | 129 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7002nd of 30306 | 200 |
Regional Popularity of "Davi" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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) |
- |
24.85% 1283rd/5164 |
40.76% 2981st/7313 |
51.80% 3866th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
15.87% 712th/4487 |
24.04% 1640th/6822 |
38.10% 2391st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Davi" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Davi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Davi" 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.