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About Dave
Dave represents the quintessential straightforward, no-nonsense name that's been a reliable choice for decades. There's something refreshingly honest about this name—it doesn't try to be anything it's not. It's the kind of name that suggests someone dependable, down-to-earth, and genuine. Throughout history, Daves have been the guys you can count on, the friends who show up when they say they will, the colleagues who get the job done without fanfare.
The single-syllable simplicity makes it instantly memorable and easy to use in any context. Dave carries a casual confidence that works in virtually any setting, from construction sites to corner offices. It's a name that ages well, sounding equally appropriate on a toddler, a teenager, and a grandfather.
While some might consider it common, that familiarity brings comfort and ease. There's no pretension in Dave, no need for explanations or corrections. It's straightforward in the best possible way.
Popularity of the Name Dave
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #102 | ||
| 1881 | #95 | ||
| 1882 | #106 | ||
| 1883 | #101 | ||
| 1884 | #97 | ||
| 1885 | #109 | ||
| 1886 | #112 | ||
| 1887 | #120 | ||
| 1888 | #114 | ||
| 1889 | #120 | ||
| 1890 | #110 | ||
| 1891 | #113 | ||
| 1892 | #122 | ||
| 1893 | #134 | ||
| 1894 | #121 | ||
| 1895 | #120 | ||
| 1896 | #141 | ||
| 1897 | #134 | ||
| 1898 | #140 | ||
| 1899 | #133 | ||
| 1900 | #135 | ||
| 1901 | #150 | ||
| 1902 | #157 | ||
| 1903 | #185 | ||
| 1904 | #177 | ||
| 1905 | #150 | ||
| 1906 | #185 | ||
| 1907 | #193 | ||
| 1908 | #184 | ||
| 1909 | #209 | ||
| 1910 | #169 | ||
| 1911 | #219 | ||
| 1912 | #233 | ||
| 1913 | #235 | ||
| 1914 | #267 | ||
| 1915 | #293 | ||
| 1916 | #282 | ||
| 1917 | #289 | ||
| 1918 | #287 | ||
| 1919 | #277 | ||
| 1920 | #291 | ||
| 1921 | #332 | ||
| 1922 | #318 | ||
| 1923 | #324 | ||
| 1924 | #309 | ||
| 1925 | #300 | ||
| 1926 | #301 | ||
| 1927 | #293 | ||
| 1928 | #310 | ||
| 1929 | #304 | ||
| 1930 | #309 | ||
| 1931 | #283 | ||
| 1932 | #277 | ||
| 1933 | #271 | ||
| 1934 | #251 | ||
| 1935 | #247 | ||
| 1936 | #220 | ||
| 1937 | #205 | ||
| 1938 | #203 | ||
| 1939 | #193 | ||
| 1940 | #186 | ||
| 1941 | #177 | ||
| 1942 | #162 | ||
| 1943 | #167 | ||
| 1944 | #163 | ||
| 1945 | #164 | ||
| 1946 | #160 | ||
| 1947 | #155 | ||
| 1948 | #161 | ||
| 1949 | #182 | ||
| 1950 | #216 | ||
| 1951 | #246 | ||
| 1952 | #242 | ||
| 1953 | #245 | ||
| 1954 | #240 | ||
| 1955 | #223 | ||
| 1956 | #200 | ||
| 1957 | #155 | ||
| 1958 | #126 | ||
| 1959 | #119 | ||
| 1960 | #122 | ||
| 1961 | #130 | ||
| 1962 | #145 | ||
| 1963 | #161 | ||
| 1964 | #179 | ||
| 1965 | #211 | ||
| 1966 | #240 | ||
| 1967 | #258 | ||
| 1968 | #284 | ||
| 1969 | #326 | ||
| 1970 | #358 | ||
| 1971 | #398 | ||
| 1972 | #448 | ||
| 1973 | #504 | ||
| 1974 | #527 | ||
| 1975 | #591 | ||
| 1976 | #609 | ||
| 1977 | #610 | ||
| 1978 | #654 | ||
| 1979 | #686 | ||
| 1980 | #685 | ||
| 1981 | #658 | ||
| 1982 | #666 | #346 | |
| 1983 | #704 | ||
| 1984 | #708 | ||
| 1985 | #723 | ||
| 1986 | #762 | ||
| 1987 | #802 | #321 | |
| 1988 | #742 | ||
| 1989 | #888 | ||
| 1990 | #922 | ||
| 1991 | #907 | #132 | |
| 1992 | #971 | #135 | |
| 1993 | #972 | #163 | |
| 1994 | #356 | #163 | |
| 2002 | #479 | #367 | |
| 2003 | #445 | #504 | |
| 2005 | #408 | #620 | |
| 2008 | #738 | #746 | |
| 2010 | #635 | ||
| 2011 | #645 | #815 | |
| 2018 | #738 | #857 | |
| 2021 | #762 | ||
| 2024 | #575 | ||
| 1995 | #187 | ||
| 1996 | #203 | ||
| 1997 | #247 | ||
| 1998 | #306 | ||
| 1999 | #273 | ||
| 2000 | #384 | ||
| 2001 | #400 | ||
| 2004 | #576 | ||
| 2006 | #676 | ||
| 2007 | #834 | ||
| 2009 | #885 | ||
| 2017 | #708 | ||
| 2019 | #1000 |
Top names by country: United States · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Dave
Names Similar to Dave
Nicknames for Dave
- Davey
- Davy
- D
- DJ
Famous People Named Dave
| Dave Grohl | American musician |
| Dave Chappelle | American comedian |
| Dave Matthews | South African musician |
| Dave Franco | American actor |
| Dave Bautista | American actor and wrestler |
| Dave Mustaine | American musician |
| Dave Navarro | American musician |
| Dave Mirra | American BMX rider |
| Dave Foley | Canadian actor |
| Dave Attell | American comedian |
| Dave Coulier | American actor |
| Dave Murray | English musician |
| Dave Winfield | American baseball player |
| Dave Barry | American author |
| Dave Thomas | American businessman, founder of Wendy's |
| Dave Righetti | American baseball player |
| Dave Miralles | Spanish footballer |
| Dave King | Irish musician |
| Dave Holland | English jazz bassist |
| Dave Brubeck | American jazz pianist |
Characters Named Dave
| Dave Lister | Red Dwarf TV series |
| Dave Seville | Alvin and the Chipmunks |
| Dave Lizewski | Kick-Ass comic and film |
| Dave Stutler | The Sorcerer's Apprentice film |
| Dave Skylark | The Interview film |
| Dave Johnson | The Neighborhood TV series |
| Dave Robicheaux | James Lee Burke's novels |
| Dave Bowman | 2001 - A Space Odyssey |
| Dave Karofsky | Glee TV series |
| Dave Boyle | Mystic River novel and film |
| Dave Nelson | NewsRadio TV series |
| Dave Williams | The Sims video game |
| Dave Harken | Horrible Bosses film |
| Dave Hodgman | Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging novel and film |
| Dave York | Die Hard film |
| Dave Moss | Glengarry Glen Ross play and film |
| Dave Sax | The Pink Panther film |
| Dave Cherkoff | One Crazy Summer film |
| Dave Felton | Freaks and Geeks TV series |
| Dave Katz | Friends TV series |