Holding steady.
Popularity of Davan since 1978
Babies named Davan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 0 | 14 |
| 1980s | 0 | 50 |
| 1990s | 0 | 55 |
| 2000s | 78 | 114 |
| 2010s | 0 | 14 |
| 2020s | 0 | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Davan is a rare modern name first recorded in 1978. It saw its peak usage in 2003, but has remained stable at very low numbers since then. As of 2025, no state reported significant usage, and it does not appear in the top 1,000 nationally. The name's origin is unclear; it may be a respelling of Devin or an independent invention. Despite its obscurity, Davan offers a simple, distinctive sound for parents seeking something uncommon.
Davan is a name of uncertain origin. It may be a modern variant of Devin or a creative coinage. Its first recorded use in the United States dates to 1978, and it saw modest popularity in the 2000s, peaking in 2003.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Davan
Names that share Davan's style, for a brother or sister.
