Find out how popular the first name Davie has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Davie by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Davie is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 59% of people named Davie being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 58 female babies and 9 male babies born with the name Davie.

It's also interesting to see that despite Davie being historically a mostly male name, the most recent data from 2023 shows a shift in the trend, with more female babies being named Davie.

The history of the first name Davie

The name Davie has its origins in the Hebrew language, derived from the biblical name David, which means "beloved" or "uncle". It traces its roots back to ancient Israel, where David was a prominent figure in both religious and historical contexts.

The name David appears extensively in the Old Testament, most notably as the name of the second king of the united Kingdom of Israel and Judah. David, the son of Jesse, is celebrated for his victory over Goliath and his role as a mighty warrior and successful monarch. This biblical association has given the name Davie a strong spiritual and cultural significance within the Judeo-Christian tradition.

The earliest recorded examples of the name Davie can be found in medieval Scottish records, where it was a diminutive form of David. In these records, Davie was often used as a nickname or a shortened version of the name David.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Davie. One of the most famous was Davie Crockett (1786-1836), an American folk hero, frontiersman, and politician who played a significant role in the Texas Revolution. Another notable Davie was Davie Wilkie (1785-1841), a Scottish painter renowned for his realistic portrayal of domestic scenes and everyday life.

In the literary world, Davie Deans is a character in Sir Walter Scott's novel "The Heart of Midlothian" (1818), representing the Scottish Presbyterian tradition. The name Davie also has a significant place in Scottish poetry, with poets like Davie Lindsay (c. 1490-1555) and Davie Garrick (1717-1779) contributing to the rich cultural heritage of Scotland.

Additionally, the name Davie has been associated with several notable athletes, such as Davie Arnott (1887-1955), a Scottish footballer who played for Sunderland and the Scottish national team in the early 20th century, and Davie Crichton (1856-1939), a Scottish golfer and the winner of the Open Championship in 1889.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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