Davy
Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Davy: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2002.
From the Hebrew Dawid, meaning “beloved,” Davy has long been a warm, friendly diminutive of David, standing firmly on its own in Scotland and beyond. The name instantly conjures the American folk hero Davy Crockett, the legendary frontiersman and Alamo defender, as well as the brilliant English chemist Sir Humphry Davy, inventor of the miner’s safety lamp. While no major place directly bears the name Davy, the root David has inspired countless settlements worldwide. A further layer of fame comes from the pop-culture figure Davy Jones—both the mythical sea spirit and the Monkees’ lead singer—giving the name a playful, musical edge that appeals to parents seeking a classic yet spirited choice.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20023 babies
- Latest (2002)
- #4383 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2002
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y