Daveigh

“Daveigh is a modern name that gained popularity in the late 20th century”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11453US 2022

8Births / yr

↓Falling

157All-time births

📅 Since 200300

What does Daveigh mean and where does it come from?

Daveigh is a modern name that gained popularity in the late 20th century. A notable figure with this name is Daveigh Chase, an American actress and singer known for her role in 'Donnie Darko'. It is a relatively uncommon name and is often chosen for its unique sound.

Cultural significance

Daveigh has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #5579 in 2003 — currently #11453 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Daveigh?

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

Daveigh Grace

How popular is Daveigh right now?

Falling — down 86 spots — currently #11453 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2022#11453 · Top 8.5%

2005

2010

2015

2021

2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#11453	8	▼ down 86
2021	#11367	8	▲ up 1258
2015	#12625	8	▲ up 1874 · +14% births
2010	#14499	7	▼ down 5085 · -42% births
2005	#9414	12	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Daveigh

Best Year2005Rank #9414

Peak Count12

Average Rank#11872

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20225 years

The story of Daveigh

Daveigh is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2003. With 157 total births recorded, Daveigh remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9414 in 2005, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11453 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Daveigh in 2003:

Emily Emma Madison Hannah Olivia

💎Daveigh has only 157 total recorded births since 2003 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Daveigh?

Common

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What names sound and feel like Daveigh?

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

Daleigh

American · A modern name

Dayleigh

American · A modern invented

Maleigh

American · Variant of Mailey,

Naveigh

English · English

Daileigh

American · From the river

Naleigh

American · A modern name,

Saleigh

American · English

Baleigh

American · Bailiff; steward

Common questions about the name Daveigh

What does the name Daveigh mean?

Daveigh means "English" — 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 Daveigh?

Daveigh is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Daveigh have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Daveigh?

Daveigh 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 Daveigh trending right now?

Daveigh is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Daveigh a common or rare name?

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