Dav
Beloved
Pronunciation: DAV (/dɑːv/)
What does Dav mean?
From the Hebrew word ‘david’, meaning ‘beloved’. In the Bible, Dav(id) is the name of the second king of Israel, who became famous for defeating Goliath.
Dav in other languages & scripts
How to pronounce Dav
Numerology & personality
People with the name Dav are powerful and determined. They have a strong sense of purpose and can be great leaders.
Spiritual & cultural context
A name symbolizing love and divine favor.
The name "Dav" or "David" has had a significant impact on Western culture, particularly in the realm of literature, music, and art. David is a popular given name in the English-speaking world, ranking among the top 100 most common names for boys born in the United States from 1880 to 2019. His name has also been the inspiration for numerous works of art, literature, and music, including the plays "David and Bathsheba" and "David and Goliath" by Robert Garnier and Jean-Baptiste Poquelin Molière, the opera "David et Jonathas" by Marc-Antoine Charpentier, and the song "David's Song" by David Wilcox.
Scriptural & traditional roots
Biblical scripture: Hebrew Bible (Genesis 16:11)
Popularity of Dav by region
| Region | Country | Score | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| France | FR | 57 | 2024 |
| Poland | PL | 80 | 2024 |
| United Kingdom | UK | 78 | 2024 |
| United States | US | 59 | 2024 |