Davine is a unique and distinctive given name of Latin origin. It is derived from the Latin word 'divinus', which means 'divine' or 'of divine origin'. The name Davine is often associated with divinity, spirituality, and heavenly qualities.
The name Davine is believed to have been used as a given name since the Middle Ages, although its use was not widespread. It is thought to have been used more frequently in France and other parts of Europe during this period. Today, Davine is still considered a rare name, but it continues to be used by parents looking for a unique and meaningful name for their child.
The name Davine does not have any specific associated holidays or celebrations. However, people named Davine may choose to celebrate their name day on May 15th, which is the feast day of Saint Davina, an Irish saint who was also known as Dympna.
The statistics provided show the annual number of births with the name Davine in the United States from 1937 to 2022. Over this period, there were a total of 357 babies named Davine.
The data reveals fluctuations in popularity for the name Davine over the decades. In the early years (1937-1948), there were fewer than 10 births per year, with numbers ranging from 5 to 7 births annually. The name gained some traction in the late 1960s and early 1970s, with 6 to 7 births each year during this period.
There was a notable increase in popularity between 1997 and 2004, with the number of annual births ranging from 9 to 12. The peak year for Davine's popularity was 2009, with 12 births recorded that year. After 2009, the popularity of the name seemed to decrease gradually, although there were still several years (2010-2013) with double-digit numbers of births.
In recent years, from 2017 onwards, the number of annual Davine births has decreased again, with 5 to 9 births recorded each year. Despite this decline in recent popularity, Davine remains a unique and relatively uncommon name choice, as evidenced by the total of 357 babies named Davine over the 86-year span covered by these statistics.