Davys
Hebrew · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Davys
Davys is a variant spelling of Davis, derived from the Hebrew name David (Dawid), meaning "beloved" or "friend," with the patronymic suffix "-s" indicating "son of David."
The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures and Christian societies, with historical prominence in British and American contexts; it gained particular recognition through figures like Humphry Davy, the renowned chemist.
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Etymology
Davys is a variant spelling of Davis, derived from the Hebrew name David (Dawid), meaning "beloved" or "friend," with the patronymic suffix "-s" indicating "son of David."
The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures and Christian societies, with historical prominence in British and American contexts; it gained particular recognition through figures like Humphry Davy, the renowned chemist.
Davys currently ranks #5,575 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2010.
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