Davaun

“Combination of 'Davis' and 'Shaun'”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1916US 2023

284Births / yr

→Stable

142All-time births

📅 Since 199100

What does Davaun mean and where does it come from?

Davaun is a modern name that likely emerged in the United States. It is often considered a unique blend of traditional names, invoking the solid meaning of 'beloved' from 'Davis' and 'God is gracious' from 'Shaun'. It may appeal to parents looking for a distinctive name that maintains ties to classi

Cultural significance

Davaun has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of combination of 'davis' and 'shaun'.

Peak popularity

Reached #5746 in 1993 — currently #1916 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Davaun?

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

Davaun Grace

How popular is Davaun right now?

Holding steady — currently #1916 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#1916 · Top 1.4%

1995

2000

2005

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1916	284	▲ up 5 · +8% births
2022	#1921	264	▲ up 5 · +13% births
2021	#1926	234	▲ up 5002 · +2027% births
2005	#6928	11	▲ up 306 · +22% births
2000	#7234	9	▼ down 1369 · -10% births
1995	#5865	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Davaun

Best Year2023Rank #1916

Peak Count284

Average Rank#4298

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20236 years

The story of Davaun

Davaun is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1991. With 142 total births recorded, Davaun remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5865 in 1995 to #1916 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Davaun in 1993:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua Tyler

Davaun by decade

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

Decade	Births
1990s	64
2000s ★	68
2010s	10

💎Davaun has only 142 total recorded births since 1991 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Davaun?

Common

DavDavieDavyAvaun

What names sound and feel like Davaun?

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

Dajaun

American · A beloved name

Dawaun

American · a variation of

Daviaun

American · A modern form

Damaun

English · A meaningful name

Dasaun

English · A modern name

Javaun

American · Gracious; God is

Dashaun

American · Gift from God

Kajaun

American · English

Common questions about the name Davaun

What does the name Davaun mean?

Davaun means "Combination of 'Davis' and 'Shaun'" — 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 Davaun?

Davaun 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 Davaun?

Davaun 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 Davaun a common or rare name?

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

What are good nicknames for Davaun?

Davaun 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.