What is the origin of the name Davena?

Davena is a name of Hebrew origin.

How popular is the name Davena?

Davena is currently ranked #15804 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

How do you pronounce Davena?

Davena is pronounced də-VEE-nə.

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GirlHebrew

Davena

də-VEE-nə

Popularity

#15804

rising

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

412

Peak Year

#17 in 1980

First Recorded

1946

Style

Spiritual & Biblical, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A feminine form of David, meaning 'beloved' in Hebrew. It is a rare and elegant choice.

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Dave Davie Vena

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Numerology

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Nicknames

Dave Davie Vena

Spelling Variations

Davina Devina

Similar Names

Davida Diana Serena Valentina

Personality Traits

lovinggracefulkindintelligent

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