Davius is of Latin origin, meaning 'beloved' or 'dear'. It is a variant of the Roman family name Davius, which was derived from the cognomen Davus. This name has been used historically in various forms across different cultures and time periods. In recent years, Davius has gained popularity as a given name, perhaps due to its distinctive sound and strong association with ancient Roman culture.
The name Davius experienced a notable surge in popularity during the late 1980s and early 1990s, with peaks in birth years 1988, 1990, and 1993-1994. However, it appears that this trend declined steadily thereafter, with only occasional fluctuations until a slight resurgence in recent years, specifically in 2020. Overall, Davius has been a relatively uncommon name, with a total of just 76 births recorded over the given period.