Davonia

“Belonging to David” — Associated with African American culture

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1670US 2023

530Births / yr

→Stable

16All-time births

📅 Since 198000

How to pronounce Davonia

DAH·VAW·NEE·uh

/ˈdɑ.ˈvɔ.ˈniː.ə/ · stress on DAH · 4 syllables

“Belonging to David”

Associated with African American culture · American origin

What does Davonia mean and where does it come from?

Davonia is a name that combines elements of traditional names like David and Lavonia, giving it a modern twist. It is predominantly used in the United States and is chiefly associated with African American culture. The name signifies a connection to the Hebrew name David, which means 'beloved'. Not

Cultural significance

Davonia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of belonging to david.

Peak popularity

Reached #11883 in 1980 — currently #1670 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Davonia?

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

Davonia Grace

How popular is Davonia right now?

Holding steady — currently #1670 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#1670 · Top 1.2%

1980

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1670	530	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2022	#1675	510	▲ up 5 · +6% births
2021	#1680	480	▲ up 10203 · +9500% births
1980	#11883	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Davonia

Best Year2023Rank #1670

Peak Count530

Average Rank#4227

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1980 - 20234 years

The story of Davonia

Davonia is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1980. With 16 total births recorded, Davonia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11883 in 1980 to #1670 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Davonia in 1980:

Jennifer Amanda Jessica Melissa Sarah

Davonia by decade

Davonia peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	5
1990s ★	6
2000s	5

💎Davonia has only 16 total recorded births since 1980 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Davonia?

Common

DavDavieDavyOnia

What names sound and feel like Davonia?

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

Davenia

American · Of unknown origin,

Davinia

English · Davinus, meaning 'adored'

Lavonia

American · Variant of Lavinia,

Javonia

American · A beloved name

Davonya

American · English

Devonia

American · An invented name,

Calonia

American · A name possibly

Lasonia

American · A beloved name

Common questions about the name Davonia

What does the name Davonia mean?

Davonia means "Belonging to David" — 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 Davonia?

Davonia 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 Davonia?

Davonia 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 Davonia?

Davonia is a four-syllable name pronounced D AA1 V AO1 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 Davonia?

Davonia pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.