The nameDavina
Davina is a Scottish feminine of David. In France it had a fashion in the early 1980s.
- Girl's name
- Scottish
- Feast day
Meaning
Like David, it comes from the Hebrew for "beloved".
Origin
Scottish, through David.
History
First found in France in the mid 1970s, Davina peaked in the early 1980s, then declined. It is still given today, quietly.
Popularity of the name Davina
Davina in France
Davina was most popular in France in the 1980s, with 880 births over the decade, 44% of all recorded babies named Davina. Its rise began around 1982, and it peaked in 1983. Half of all babies named Davina in France were born before 1991. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 17 births a year on average, against 25 in the five years before.
Variants and related names
Davina in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Davina mean?
Like David, it comes from the Hebrew for "beloved".
What is the origin of the name Davina?
Scottish, through David.
Is Davina a girl's or a boy's name?
Davina is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Davina?
Variants and related names of Davina include David.