Davi
Davi is a Christian boy name of Hebrew, via Portuguese origin, meaning “Beloved”.
| Meaning | Beloved |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew, via Portuguese |
| Pronunciation | dah-VEE |
| Tradition | Christian, Jewish |
| Used in | Brazil, Portugal |
Meaning and origin of Davi
Davi is the Portuguese form of David, from the Hebrew Dawid, usually explained as 'beloved'. In Brazil the final-stressed Davi has become one of the most popular boy names of the twenty-first century, outpacing the older Portuguese spelling David. The name honours King David, the shepherd who defeated Goliath and became Israel's greatest king. Davi Lucca is a common double name in Brazil.
Is Davi a Christian name?
David is the second king of Israel in the books of Samuel and the traditional author of many Psalms; in Christianity Jesus is called the 'son of David'.
How popular is Davi?
Among the most popular boy names in Brazil in recent years.
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Spellings and variants of Davi
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Davi mean?
Davi means 'Beloved'. It is of Hebrew, via Portuguese origin.
Is Davi a Christian name?
David is the second king of Israel in the books of Samuel and the traditional author of many Psalms; in Christianity Jesus is called the 'son of David'.
How do you pronounce Davi?
Davi is pronounced dah-VEE.
Is Davi a boy or girl name?
Davi is usually a boy name.