Davina

What does Davina mean?

Davina carries the same basic sense as its root name: it is a feminine form derived from the Hebrew name that means beloved. As a name in its own right it evokes warmth and affection without feeling overly familiar.

The tone of Davina is gently refined and slightly vintage. It sits well alongside classic names and has a quietly confident, gracious quality. If you are thinking of names like David in a female form, Davina reads as elegant and approachable rather than heavily traditional.

Historical Context

Davina emerged as a feminine adaptation of the Hebrew name David, long established across Europe because of the biblical King David. Feminine forms developed unevenly in different languages and periods. In English and Scots usage a clearly feminine ending was often added to create names that felt related to David while standing apart.

Over the 19th and 20th centuries forms such as Davina and Davinia appeared in Britain and beyond, sometimes as a direct feminine of David and sometimes as a distinct name in its own right. The name has never been overwhelmingly popular, which helps it feel familiar without being common. Its use today sits comfortably among parents who want a name with classic roots, gentle distinction and a warm meaning.

Popularity of Davina over time

In 2025, Davina was given to 363 girls in the US. Davina has risen sharply over the last 20 years, and is now an uncommon girls' name in the US.

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