What does Davit mean and where does it come from?
Davit is a variant of the name David, which has Hebrew origins, spelled in Hebrew as 'דָּוִד'. The name means 'beloved' in Hebrew and is associated with the biblical king of Israel. In Georgia, Davit is a very popular name, often used in a culturally significant way, and has representations in both
Cultural significance
Davit has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Georgia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of beloved.
Peak popularity
Reached #5161 in 2015 — currently #4484 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Davit?
Davit works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Davit Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Davit Rose
Floral · soft ending
Davit Mae
Sweet · timeless
Davit Claire
French influence · crisp
Davit Jane
Literary · strong
Davit Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Davit right now?
Rising fast — up 1196 spots — currently #4484 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2023 | #4484 | 23 | ▲ up 1196 · +44% births |
| 2022 | #5680 | 16 | ▼ down 1286 · -30% births |
| 2021 | #4394 | 23 | ▲ up 3849 · +156% births |
| 2020 | #8243 | 9 | ▼ down 3082 · -50% births |
| 2015 | #5161 | 18 | ▲ up 3263 · +100% births |
| 2010 | #8424 | 9 | ▲ up 1143 · +29% births |
| 2005 | #9567 | 7 | ▼ down 1731 · -12% births |
| 2000 | #7836 | 8 | ▲ up 1805 · +60% births |
| 1995 | #9641 | 5 | ▼ down 2189 |
| 1985 | #7452 | 5 | — |
The story of Davit
Davit is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1985. With 230 total births recorded, Davit remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7452 in 1985 to #4484 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Davit in 2015:
Davit by decade
Davit peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1980s | 10 | |
| 1990s | 30 | |
| 2000s | 57 | |
| 2010s ★ | 124 | |
| 2020s | 9 | |
💎Davit has only 230 total recorded births since 1985 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Davit?
ENGLISH
DaveDaveyDavieDavy
What names sound and feel like Davit?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Davit also consider these
How is Davit written in other languages?
დავით
Georgian), Դավիթ (Armenian
What are the girl versions of Davit?
Common questions about the name Davit
What does the name Davit mean?
Davit means "Beloved" — a name rooted in Georgia 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 Davit?
Davit is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Davit have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Davit?
Davit originates from Georgia tradition. Georgia names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Davit trending right now?
Davit is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.
Is Davit a common or rare name?
Davit is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.