Holding steady.
Popularity of Daivd since 1938
Babies named Daivd per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 9 |
| 1940s | 54 |
| 1950s | 126 |
| 1960s | 198 |
| 1970s | 256 |
| 1980s | 306 |
| 1990s | 72 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Daivd, a respelling of David, first appeared in U.S. records in 1938, though its peak came in 1982, during the height of David's popularity. While Daivd has never ranked in the top 1000, its trajectory has remained stable, suggesting it is a minor variant rather than a rising trend. The name's origin is Hebrew, tied to the meaning 'beloved,' a reference to King David of the Bible. Parents choosing Daivd often appreciate the classic David with a slight twist. The name is most common in the 1980s, though it appears across the decades.
Daivd is a respelling of David, from the Hebrew name Dawid, which likely derives from the root d-w-d meaning 'to love,' thus 'beloved.' David was a common name in medieval Europe, borne by the biblical King David, and has remained consistently popular in English-speaking countries. The Daivd variant is a modern respelling that emerged in the mid-20th century, likely as a result of typographical error or deliberate variation.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dave, Davey, Davie
Sibling names for Daivd
Names that share Daivd's style, for a brother or sister.
