Boy Name · English Origin
Davey
Considering Davey? It is a boy name whose meaning is "Gift of grace", rooted in English naming tradition, and ranks in our Rare popularity tier. Phonetically it shares territory with Davie.
Davey meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Gift of grace
Origin: English naming roots help connect Davey to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Davey as D·A·V·E·Y, with 5 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Davey is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Davey variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Daveya, Daveye, Daveyy, Dave.
- Nicknames: Dav and D.
- Middle names: Pair Davey with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Davey middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Davie, Davy, Dava, Dave, Duffy — full picks on the sibling names for Davey guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Davey? Browse our names like Davey guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
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Frequently asked about Davey
What does the name Davey mean?
Davey means "Gift of grace" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Davey?
Davey originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Davey?
Davey has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Davey a boy's or girl's name?
Davey is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Davey in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Davey sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Davey?
Names that share Davey's sound and style include Davie, Davy, Dava, Dave, Duffy.
What middle names pair well with Davey?
Good middle-name fits for Davey pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Davey is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Davey is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Davey?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Davey share its rhythm without rhyming — Davie, Davy, Dava all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.