Dave
DAYV
Popularity
#2012
Letters
4
Syllables
1
Origin
Hebrew
Total Births
64,442
Peak Year
#3,308 in 1959
First Recorded
1880
Style
Classic & Timeless, Cute & Playful
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Dave is a short form of David, a Hebrew name meaning 'beloved'.
Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Famous Namesakes
Dave Grohl
American musician, Foo Fighters founder
Dave Chappelle
American stand-up comedian and actor
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