Davey

“Beloved”

American origin · Unisex name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#3808US 2023

29Births / yr

↓Falling

3.3kAll-time births

📅 Since 193000

How to pronounce Davey

DAY·vee

/ˈdeɪ.viː/ · stress on DAY · 2 syllables

“Beloved”

American origin · Unisex name

What does Davey mean and where does it come from?

Davey is a diminutive of the name David but is found as a standalone name for females as well, especially in modern times. The name David (דָּוִד) has Hebrew origins, meaning 'beloved' or 'friend'. The feminist reclamation of traditionally male names has contributed to the rise of names like Davey f

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #5137 in 1930 — currently #3808 in the US.

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How else can you spell Davey?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Davey?

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

Davey Grace

How popular is Davey right now?

Falling — down 457 spots — currently #3808 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1930–2023#3808 · Top 2.8%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3808	29	▼ down 457 · -17% births
2022	#3351	35	▲ up 245 · +13% births
2021	#3596	31	▲ up 3310 · +94% births
2020	#6906	16	▲ up 5051 · +100% births
2015	#11957	8	▲ up 1408 · +33% births
2000	#13365	6	▼ down 8228 · +20% births
1930	#5137	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Davey

Best Year2022Rank #3351

Peak Count35

Average Rank#6874

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1930 - 20237 years

The story of Davey

Davey entered American naming records in 1930 and has been in use for over 94 years. With 3,289 total births recorded, Davey remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5137 in 1930 to #3808 in 2023. Davey is used for both genders: 3% female and 97% male.

Names that peaked alongside Davey in 1930:

Mary Betty Dorothy Helen Margaret

Davey by decade

Davey peaked in the 1930s. See all 1930s names →

Decade	Births
1920s	103
1930s	238
1940s	246
1950s ★	559
1960s	504
1970s	465
1980s	302
1990s	376
2000s	196
2010s	255
2020s	45

💎With 3,289 total births, Davey is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Davey?

Common

DavDavieDavy

How is Davey written in other languages?

Gender variants of Davey

BRITISH(Davina ENGLISH Davena ENGLISH Davida ENGLISH Davinia ENGLISH Davis ENGLISH Dawson ENGLISH

Common questions about the name Davey

What does the name Davey mean?

Davey means "Beloved" — 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 Davey?

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

What is the cultural origin of Davey?

Davey 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.

How do you pronounce the name Davey?

Davey is a two-syllable name pronounced D EY1 V IY0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Davey trending right now?

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