Davinia
“Davinus, meaning 'adored' or 'beloved'.”
English origin · Girl name
#1870US 2023
330Births / yr
→Stable
73All-time births
📅 Since 197000
How to pronounce Davinia
DAH·VIN·EE·uh
/ˈdɑ.ˈvɪn.ˈiː.ə/ · stress on DAH · 4 syllables
“Davinus, meaning 'adored' or 'beloved'.”
English origin · Girl name
What does Davinia mean and where does it come from?
Davinia is often regarded as an elegant name with roots possibly related to the name 'David', which means ‘beloved’ in Hebrew. It has seen use in English-speaking and Latin countries, sometimes carrying connotations of sophistication. The name has been used in various cultures and contexts, attached
Cultural significance
Davinia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of davinus, meaning 'adored' or 'beloved'..
Peak popularity
Reached #6981 in 1970 — currently #1870 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Davinia?
Davinia works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Davinia Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Davinia Rose
Floral · soft ending
Davinia Mae
Sweet · timeless
Davinia Claire
French influence · crisp
Davinia Jane
Literary · strong
Davinia Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Davinia right now?
Holding steady — currently #1870 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Davinia
Davinia is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1970. With 73 total births recorded, Davinia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #6981 in 1970 to #1870 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Davinia in 1970:
Davinia by decade
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 25 | |
| 1980s ★ | 26 | |
| 1990s | 7 | |
| 2000s | 15 |
Davinia has only 73 total recorded births since 1970 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Davinia?
Common
DavDavieDavyInia
What names sound and feel like Davinia?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Davinia also consider these
How is Davinia written in other languages?
What are the boy versions of Davinia?
Daud ARABICDawood ARABICDawud ARABICDavit ARMENIANDauid BIBLICAL GREEKDawid BIBLICAL HEBREWDavid BIBLICAL LATINDavid BIBLICALDaveth CORNISHDavid CROATIANDavid CZECHDavid DANISHDavid DUTCHDave ENGLISHDavey ENGLISHDavid ENGLISHDavie ENGLISHDavy ENGLISHTaavet ESTONIANTaavi ESTONIANTaavetti FINNISHTaavi FINNISHDavid FRENCHDavit GEORGIANDaviti GEORGIANDavid GERMANDavid HEBREWDávid HUNGARIANDaud INDONESIANDáibhí IRISHDavide ITALIANDovydas LITHUANIANDavid MACEDONIANDaw MEDIEVAL ENGLISHDavid NORWEGIANDavidu OLD CHURCH SLAVICDavud PERSIANDawid POLISHBRAZILIAN(Davi PORTUGUESEDavid PORTUGUESEDavid ROMANIANDavid RUSSIANDàibhidh SCOTTISHDaividh SCOTTISHDavid SCOTTISHDavie SCOTTISHDavid SERBIANDávid SLOVAKDavid SLOVENEDavid SPANISHDavid SWEDISHDafydd WELSHDai WELSHDewey WELSHDewi WELSHDewydd WELSHTaffy WELSHDovid YIDDISHDudel YIDDISHDavis ENGLISHDawson ENGLISH
Common questions about the name Davinia
What does the name Davinia mean?
Davinia means "Davinus, meaning 'adored' or 'beloved'." — a name rooted in English 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 Davinia?
Davinia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Davinia?
Davinia originates from English tradition. English 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 Davinia?
Davinia is a four-syllable name pronounced D AA1 V IH1 N IY1 AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Davinia?
Davinia pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar English heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
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