Davina
Davina is a Christian girl name of Scottish, from Hebrew origin, meaning “Beloved”.
| Meaning | Beloved |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Scottish, from Hebrew |
| Pronunciation | duh-VEE-nuh |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United Kingdom, United States |
Meaning and origin of Davina
Davina is a Scottish feminine form of David, which goes back to the Hebrew for 'beloved'. It arose in Scotland, where adding -ina to a man's name was a long-standing way to make a girl's name, as with Thomasina and Williamina, often so a daughter could carry her father's or grandfather's name. It spread to England and further afield during the twentieth century. The British broadcaster Davina McCall is a well-known bearer today.
Is Davina a Christian name?
Davina derives from David, the biblical king, though it is used today mainly as a general name without strong religious overtones.
How popular is Davina?
Uncommon; best known in Britain.
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Spellings and variants of Davina
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Davina mean?
Davina means 'Beloved'. It is of Scottish, from Hebrew origin.
Is Davina a Christian name?
Davina derives from David, the biblical king, though it is used today mainly as a general name without strong religious overtones.
How do you pronounce Davina?
Davina is pronounced duh-VEE-nuh.
Is Davina a boy or girl name?
Davina is usually a girl name.