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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Patronymic surname meaning 'son of David'
- Origin
- English (surname)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- DAY-vis
Davis is a boy's name pronounced DAY-vis, and it started out as an English surname — a patronymic meaning 'son of David.' On today's naming charts it has a clean, modern style. If you like the sound of a surname-turned-first-name with a clear, traceable meaning, Davis is worth a look.
Meaning & Origin of Davis
Meaning: Patronymic surname meaning 'son of David'.
Origin: English (surname).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Davis
DAY-visIPA /ˈdeɪvɪs/
Popularity of Davis
SSA records going back to 1880 show Davis hit its highest rank in 1901 at #338, with 29 babies given the name that year; by 2024 it ranked #645, with 429 babies recorded.
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FAQ
What does the name Davis mean?
Patronymic surname meaning ‘son of David’. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Davis?
Davis is pronounced DAY-vis (IPA: /ˈdeɪvɪs/).
Is Davis a popular name right now?
Davis peaked at #338 in 1901 and is ranked #645 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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