Rising since 1992, #1,492 for boys today.
Popularity of Davi since 1952
Babies named Davi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1950s | 0 | 33 |
| 1960s | 56 | 26 |
| 1970s | 91 | 49 |
| 1980s | 74 | 83 |
| 1990s | 80 | 83 |
| 2000s | 90 | 267 |
| 2010s | 136 | 788 |
| 2020s | 107 | 729 |
Meaning & origin
Davi is a concise and melodic variant of the classic name David, meaning 'beloved.' While David has been consistently popular for centuries, Davi offers a fresh alternative that has been gaining traction, especially in Brazilian and Italian communities. In the United States, the name first appeared in records in 1952, and has seen a steady rise in usage since 1992. By 2023 it reached its peak rank of 1148, and as of 2025 it ranks 1492 with a frequency of 1 in 14,475 births. The name is most popular in Massachusetts, New Jersey, and Florida, reflecting influences from Portuguese and Italian heritage. Davi's simplicity and international feel make it a distinctive yet accessible choice for modern parents.
Davi is a short form or variant of David, derived from the Hebrew root d-w-d meaning 'beloved.' In Portuguese and Italian contexts, Davi is often used as an independent given name, particularly in Brazil and Italy. The name David has ancient biblical origins, borne by the second king of Israel, and has been widely adopted across many languages and cultures.
Where Davi is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Davi” around the world
Where Davi lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
35
babies in 2024
Ireland
13
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Davi
Names that share Davi's style, for a brother or sister.
