TheNameDBDavis
MasculineMeaning
The son of David; one who is beloved.
Etymology
An English patronymic surname derived from 'David,' which comes from the Hebrew 'Dawid,' possibly meaning 'beloved' or 'friend.' Davis became established as a given name in the 19th and 20th centuries.
About the Name Davis
Originally a surname indicating descent from David, Davis has been adopted as a given name, particularly in American usage. It combines the historical weight of the biblical David with the accessibility of a modern surname-as-given-name.