Davy
Meaning of Davy
Davy is a unisex name with origins that can be traced back to Hebrew. It is a variation of the name David, which means "beloved" or "friend." In terms of pronunciation, both American English and British English speakers pronounce it as DAY-vee (/ˈdeɪvi/).
Looking at data for newborns in the United States, we can see that Davy has been consistently given to a moderate number of babies each year. In recent years, it has ranked between 4,000 and 7,000 in terms of popularity. However, it's worth noting that the name Davy has experienced some fluctuations in popularity over the past few decades. In the early 1950s, it was quite popular but saw a decline in usage until the late 1980s when it started to gain traction again.
Davy is a charming and timeless name that can suit both boys and girls. Its connection to David adds a sense of strength and biblical significance to its meaning. Whether you're looking for a classic yet unique choice for your baby's name or simply drawn to its melodic sound, Davy is definitely worth considering.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as DAY-vee (/ˈdeɪvi/)
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Notable People Named Davy
| Davy Crockett - David Crockett was an American folk hero, frontiersman, soldier, and politician known as the "King of the Wild Frontier" who represented Tennessee in the U.S. House of Representatives and served in the Texas Revolution. |
| Davy Jones - David Thomas Jones was an English actor and singer, best known as a member of the band The Monkees and a co-star of the TV series The Monkees (1966–1968), where he gained fame as a teen idol. |
| Johnnie David Williamson III, also known as Davy Williamson, is an American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, previously known as the lead singer of the band Third Class Passenger. |
| Davy Jones is an American racing driver who achieved victory at the 1996 24 Hours of Le Mans with Alexander Wurz and Manuel Reuter. |
| Davy Larmour - David James "Davy" Larmour is a retired football player who played as a forward and is best known for his time at Linfield. |
