| Meaning | beloved |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Davey |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Dav-ey |
About Davey
This endearing name carries a warmth that feels instantly familiar, like sunshine breaking through morning clouds. Davey strikes a balance between playful youth and approachable charm, making it a choice that grows gracefully with your child. The name has a friendly, down-to-earth quality that suggests someone who is genuine and trustworthy. Parents who choose Davey often appreciate its vintage appeal mixed with contemporary accessibility. It works beautifully in both professional settings and casual environments, never feeling out of place. The gentle sound of the name creates an immediate sense of approachability, while its classic roots provide substance and longevity. Davey is the kind of name that makes people smile—it's memorable without being unusual, distinctive without being difficult. For families seeking a name that feels both timeless and refreshingly unpretentious, Davey delivers character and likability in equal measure.
Nicknames for Davey
| Dave |
| Day |
| Davy |
| D |
Famous People Named Davey
| Davey Havok | Lead vocalist of the band AFI |
| Davey Lopes | Former Major League Baseball player and coach |
| Davey Boy Smith | British professional wrestler known as "The British Bulldog" |
| Davey Richards | Professional wrestler |
| Davey Allison | Former NASCAR driver |
| Davey Johnstone | Scottish guitarist and songwriter, known for his work with Elton John |
| Davey O'Brien | Former American football quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner |
| Davey Martinez | Major League Baseball manager |
| Davey Hamilton | Former IndyCar Series driver |
| Davey Graham | English folk guitarist and songwriter |
| Davey Muise | Lead vocalist of the band Vanna |
| Davey Johnson | musician - Guitarist for the band The Nightwatchman |
| Davey Jones | British singer and member of The Monkees |
| Davey Suicide | American singer and leader of the rock band of the same name |
| Davey von Bohlen | Musician from the bands Cap'n Jazz and The Promise Ring |
| Davey Todd | Motorcycle racer |
| Davey Hamilton Jr. | Racing driver and son of Davey Hamilton |
| Davey Wavey | YouTube personality and LGBT activist |
| Davey Fitzpatrick | American child actor |
Characters Named Davey
| Davey Stone | Protagonist of the animated film "Eight Crazy Nights" |
| Davey Martinez | Character from the novel "The Monster at the End of This Book" |
| Davey Tucker | Character from the film "The Sandlot" |
| Davey Osborne | Protagonist of the film "The Cure" |
| Davey Jacobs | Character from the musical "Newsies" |
| Davey Jaworski | Character from the TV show "Breaking Bad" |
| Davey Smith | Character from the film "Moonrise Kingdom" |
| Davey Hansen | Character from the film "The Mighty Ducks" |
| Davey Daniels | Character from the film "Firestarter" |
| Davey Parker | Character from the film "Davey and Goliath" |
| Davey Morrison | Character from the TV show "Party of Five" |
| Davey Blake | Character from the film "Frequency" |
| Davey Silvers | Character from the film "Shelter" |
| Davey Trillo | Character from the TV show "Sneaky Pete" |
| Davey Collins | Character from the film "The Butterfly Effect" |
| Davey Gunn | Character from the TV show "Outlander" |
| Davey Polley | Character from the film "Grave of the Fireflies" |