| Meaning | beloved |
| Origin | English, Modern |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Da-ven |
About Daven
Daven arrives with contemporary freshness and unexpected charm, offering parents a name that feels modern without being trendy, distinctive without being difficult. The two-syllable structure creates easy rhythm while the strong opening consonant ensures presence and memorability. Daven occupies interesting territory—not quite traditional, not entirely invented—giving it a timeless quality that transcends specific eras or fads. This name works beautifully for families wanting something off the beaten path without venturing into territory that might complicate their son's life. Daven sounds professional enough for corporate settings yet casual enough for creative environments, adapting effortlessly across contexts. The name's gentle sound balances its strong spelling, creating approachability alongside confidence. Daven offers the advantage of being easy to spell and pronounce while remaining uncommon enough to provide real individuality. It pairs well with various middle names and surnames, showing remarkable compositional flexibility. Parents choosing Daven demonstrate willingness to look beyond popularity charts while maintaining practical considerations. The name suggests someone comfortable in his own skin, neither following crowds nor deliberately opposing them. For families seeking that elusive combination of familiar comfort and genuine distinction, Daven delivers.
Nicknames for Daven
| Dave |
| Dav |
| Ven |
| Davy |
Famous People Named Daven
| Daven Hee | Hawaiian magician and illusionist |
| Daven Holly | Former American football cornerback |
| Daven Harmeling | Former American basketball player |
| Daven Ritter | American actor |
| Daven Wilson | Voice actor |
| Daven Presgraves | Evolutionary biologist |
| Daven Atteberry | American soccer player |
| Daven Lundquist | Former American football punter |
| Daven Walters | Australian politician |
| Daven Spires | American musician |
| Daven Baptist | British film producer |
| Daven Barnes | Canadian lacrosse player |
| Daven Walden | American pianist and composer |
| Daven Williams | British film director |
| Daven Jackson | American journalist |
| Daven Claerbout | Belgian tennis player |
| Daven Quinn | American writer and musician |
| Daven Landry | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Daven Arce | Puerto Rican-American dancer and choreographer |
Characters Named Daven
| Daven Seprel | Character in "The Wheel of Time" series by Robert Jordan |
| Daven Carrick | Character in the "Mistborn" series by Brandon Sanderson |
| Daven Hearth | Character in the "Runelords" series by David Farland |
| Daven Trell | Character in the "Sword of Truth" series by Terry Goodkind |
| Daven Kinshaw | Character in the "Malazan Book of the Fallen" series by Steven Erikson |
| Daven Starblind | Character in the "Gentleman Bastard" series by Scott Lynch |
| Daven Tharn | Character in the "Elder Scrolls" video game series |
| Daven Vorza | Character in the "Red Rising" series by Pierce Brown |
| Daven Grey | Character in the "Realm of the Elderlings" series by Robin Hobb |
| Daven Carras | Character in the "Black Jewels" series by Anne Bishop |
| Daven Juan | Character in the "Worm" web serial by Wildbow |
| Daven Mallow | Character in Isaac Asimov's "Foundation" series |
| Daven Rizik | Character in the "Powder Mage" series by Brian McClellan |
| Daven Utra | Character in the "Inheritance Trilogy" by N.K. Jemisin |
| Daven Pall | Character in the "Elenium" series by David Eddings |
| Daven Blaine | Character in the "Reckoners" series by Brandon Sanderson |
| Daven Horn | Character in the "Belgariad" series by David Eddings |
| Daven Irlam | Character in the "Raven's Shadow" series by Anthony Ryan |
| Daven Codswallop | Character in the "Riftwar Cycle" series by Raymond E. Feist |
| Daven Thane | Character in the "Shadow Ops" series by Myke Cole |