Davin

What does the baby name Davin mean? Learn about what Davin means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Davin - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Davin: D-A-V-I-N, is a 5-letter male given name.
Pronunciation of Davin: DAV in
Meaning of Davin: Brilliant finn, beloved, finnish person, finnish, little black one, little deer, brightness of the finns.
Origin of Davin: The name 'Davin' is of Irish origin. It is derived from the Irish surname 'Dáibhín', which means 'little black-haired one'. The name has its roots in Gaelic, an ancient Celtic language spoken in Ireland.; English Names; French Names; Hebrew Names; Irish Names; Norwegian Names; Scandinavian Names; Surname Names
Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Davin: Dabi; Dabit; Daevid; Daffyd; Dai; Dako; Dauld; Davan; Dave; Daven; David; Davide; Davidos; Davidson; Davie; Davis; Davon; Dawit; Dawudd; Taffy
Popularity of Davin: The popularity of the name 'Davin' has varied over time. In the United States, it has remained relatively uncommon. According to data from the Social Security Administration, 'Davin' did not rank among the top 1,000 names given to boys in recent years.; Davin currently has 70 likes, and is in the top 5% of liked boy's names. The name Earl is slightly more popular than Davin.

Etymology of Davin

The name 'Davin' is derived from the Irish surname 'Dáibhín', which itself is a diminutive form of the name 'Dáithí'. 'Dáithí' is derived from the Irish word 'dáith', meaning 'swift' or 'nimble'. The addition of the diminutive suffix '-ín' gives the name 'Dáibhín' the meaning of 'little swift one'.

Cultural Significance of Davin

In Irish culture, names often hold deep cultural and historical significance. While 'Davin' may not be as widely used as some other Irish names, it still carries a connection to Irish heritage. The name reflects the importance of family and ancestry in Irish society.