Davis

Meaning beloved, son of David
Origin Welsh
Gender gender neutral
Opposite gender Davis
Popularity Moderate
Length 5
Syllables 2
Syllabification Dav-is

About Davis

Surname-turned-first-name success stories don't come much better than this gem that projects both warmth and professional polish effortlessly. Davis carries preppy sophistication without feeling exclusionary or pretentious, making it accessible across social contexts while maintaining distinguished character. The name suggests someone equally comfortable in boardroom and backyard, bridging formal and casual settings with natural ease. Davis has risen in popularity while avoiding overexposure, remaining fresh rather than feeling overused or tired. The two-syllable structure provides perfect balance—substantial enough to carry weight but compact enough for easy daily use. Parents choosing Davis often appreciate its Southern charm combined with universal appeal that works nationally and internationally. The name ages magnificently, suiting every life stage from adorable infant through distinguished grandparent without ever feeling mismatched. Davis pairs beautifully with virtually any middle name and surname combination, demonstrating remarkable versatility. Consider how Davis delivers classic American naming sensibility while avoiding dated associations, remaining perpetually current through changing trends and fashions.

Variations of Name Davis

Davison
Davidson
Davys
Davies

Nicknames for Davis

Dave
Davey
Davy
D.J.
Davo
Davis

Famous People Named Davis

Davis Love IIIProfessional golfer from the United States
Davis GuggenheimAmerican film director and producer
Davis ClevelandAmerican actor and musician
Davis WebbAmerican football quarterback
Davis PhinneyFormer professional cyclist from the United States
Davis TarwaterAmerican Olympic swimmer

Characters Named Davis

Davis OkoyeCharacter from the movie "Rampage"
Davis RobertsCharacter from the TV series "Grey's Anatomy"
Davis McAlaryCharacter from the TV series "Treme"
Davis LangdonCharacter from the novel "Cryptonomicon" by Neal Stephenson