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Davide

dah-VEE-day · Beloved, from the Hebrew root meaning 'beloved' or 'darling'.

2025 rank (boys)
#6,803
Babies named in 2025
12
Peak popularity
2007
2025 frequency
1 in 142,340 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady, #6,803 for boys today.

Popularity of Davide since 1925

Babies named Davide per year in U.S. Social Security records.

8172519602000Most births 2007Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1920s5
1930s5
1940s18
1950s47
1960s118
1970s129
1980s139
1990s119
2000s156
2010s105
2020s65

Meaning & origin

Davide is the Italian form of David, a name deeply rooted in biblical tradition. Its usage in the United States has been modest, with first recorded instances in 1925. It reached its peak popularity in 2007, reflecting a general interest in Italian names and classic biblical choices. Currently ranked 6803 in 2025, it is given to about 1 in 142,340 boys, positioning it as a rare but recognizable name. The name has maintained a stable trajectory, suggesting steady but limited use. Davide offers a distinct European flair while retaining the universal appeal of its original Hebrew meaning of 'beloved'.

Davide is the Italian form of David, derived from the Hebrew name דָּוִד (Dawid), meaning 'beloved' or 'darling'. It has been consistently used in Italy, particularly in Sardinia and other regions with strong biblical traditions. The name appears in the Old Testament as the second king of Israel.

Davide” around the world

Where Davide lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.

  • France

    5

    babies in 2024

Sources: INSEE (France).

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Dave, Davo

Variants: David, Dávid

Sibling names for Davide

Names that share Davide's style, for a brother or sister.

A parent animal hugging its little one, the personalized name page

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Davide mean?
Davide means 'beloved', derived from the Hebrew name David.
How popular is the name Davide?
In the United States, Davide was ranked 6803 in 2025, with about 1 in 142,340 boys given the name.
Is Davide a boy or girl name?
Davide is exclusively a boy's name.