Rising since 2005, #749 for girls today.
Popularity of Davina since 1916
Babies named Davina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 12 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 63 |
| 1950s | 156 |
| 1960s | 668 |
| 1970s | 1,799 |
| 1980s | 1,488 |
| 1990s | 1,210 |
| 2000s | 957 |
| 2010s | 2,229 |
| 2020s | 2,793 |
Meaning & origin
Davina is a feminine form of David with Scottish roots, first recorded in the United States in 1916. In 2025 it ranked 749th (1 in 4,428 girls), and its peak year to date was 2022. The name has been on an upward trajectory since 2005, finding particular favor in states like New Mexico, Nevada, and Kansas. Though not among the most common names, its steady rise suggests growing appreciation for this melodic, meaning-rich choice.
Davina is a feminine form of David, from Hebrew 'Dawid' meaning 'beloved' or 'friend'. It originated in Scotland as a feminine equivalent and gained use in English-speaking countries from the 19th century onward. The name has been used consistently in the United States since early in the 20th century.
Where Davina is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Davina” around the world
Where Davina lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
20
babies in 2024
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Davi, Vina, Dee, Avi
Sibling names for Davina
Names that share Davina's style, for a brother or sister.
