Davaughn

“a combination of David and Vaughn”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#9967US 2023

7Births / yr

↓Falling

819All-time births

📅 Since 197400

What does Davaughn mean and where does it come from?

Davaughn is an American male name that blends the traditional names 'David' and 'Vaughn'. It reflects a growing trend of combining names to create new identities. David has Hebrew origins meaning 'beloved', while Vaughn is of Welsh origin meaning 'small' or 'little'. The name Davaughn is modern and

Cultural significance

Davaughn has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a combination of david and vaughn.

Peak popularity

Reached #1938 in 1995 — currently #9967 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Davaughn?

Davaughn works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Davaughn Grace

How popular is Davaughn right now?

Falling — down 2076 spots — currently #9967 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#9967 · Top 7.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9967	7	▼ down 2076 · -30% births
2022	#7891	10	▼ down 164
2021	#7727	10	▼ down 1016 · -17% births
2020	#6711	12	▲ up 476 · +9% births
2015	#7187	11	▼ down 3343 · -59% births
2010	#3844	27	▲ up 30 · +13% births
2005	#3874	24	▼ down 753 · -14% births
2000	#3121	28	▼ down 1183 · -36% births
1995	#1938	44	▲ up 140 · +22% births
1990	#2078	36	▲ up 1925 · +227% births
1985	#4003	11	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Davaughn

Best Year1995Rank #1938

Peak Count44

Average Rank#5304

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1985 - 202311 years

The story of Davaughn

Davaughn is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1974. With 819 total births recorded, Davaughn remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4003 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #9967 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Davaughn in 1995:

Michael Matthew Christopher Jacob Joshua

Davaughn by decade

Davaughn peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	5
1980s	60
1990s ★	326
2000s	272
2010s	144
2020s	12

💎Davaughn has only 819 total recorded births since 1974 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Davaughn?

Common

DavDavieDavyAvaughn

What names sound and feel like Davaughn?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Davaughn also consider these

Javaughn

American · Variant of Jovan,

Avaughn

American · English

Lavaughn

American · like a lion

Tavaughn

American · A modern variation

Savaughn

American · English

Ravaughn

American · Originating from the

Common questions about the name Davaughn

What does the name Davaughn mean?

Davaughn means "a combination of David and Vaughn" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Davaughn?

Davaughn is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Davaughn?

Davaughn originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Davaughn a common or rare name?

Davaughn is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Davaughn?

Davaughn naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.