Davie
Davie is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Beloved.
Origin and history
Davie is a traditional Scottish pet form of David, deriving from the Hebrew name Dawid. It has long been used as an independent given name, though it remains relatively uncommon in the United States. In modern U.S. records, it continues to be given to a small number of baby boys each year.
Popularity in the United States
3,258 babies in the United States have been named Davie since 1880. It ranks #2251 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1872.
States where it is most popular
- MS (42.5 %)
- NC (18.2 %)
- TX (8.4 %)
- AL (6.6 %)
- VA (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 18 |
| 1890-1900 | 16 |
| 1900-1910 | 34 |
| 1910-1920 | 215 |
| 1920-1930 | 354 |
| 1930-1940 | 375 |
| 1940-1950 | 371 |
| 1950-1960 | 491 |
| 1960-1970 | 477 |
| 1970-1980 | 310 |
| 1980-1990 | 226 |
| 1990-2000 | 156 |
| 2000-2010 | 106 |
| 2010-2019 | 54 |
| 2020-2029 | 55 |
Famous people named Davie
- Davie Fulton: Politician, Judge
Fun facts
- Davie originated in Scotland as a familiar diminutive for David alongside Davie-boy.
- While Davey is the more common American spelling of the nickname, Davie maintains a distinct traditional Scottish feel.