Male Name
Davy
ˈdɛɪ.vi
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
Anne of Green Gables characters
Charles Dickens characters
currently out of the US top 1000
diminutives
Disney characters
explorers
folk heroes
Genshin Impact characters
isograms
literature
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
63/100
classic65%
youthful100%
informal160%
common120%
strong65%
strange65%
simple140%
comedic80%
Meaning & Etymology
Davy is a diminutive form of the name David, which is of Hebrew origin meaning 'beloved'. The name has been used in various cultures and languages, often as a nickname or informal version of David. It carries the same connotations of affection and endearment as its root name.
Etymology
Original Form:
David
Evolution:
The name David evolved from the Hebrew name דָּוִד (Dawid), which means 'beloved'. Over time, diminutive forms like Davy emerged in English-speaking cultures as affectionate or informal variants.
Source:
Hebrew