How Many People Are Named Davena?

Complete statistics for the name Davena: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Davena
Very Rare
Hebrew and Scottish

Davena has a classic yet modern feel. Only 387 people are named Davena in the US today, making it super rare, just 1 in 852,822. It peaked in 1980 with 17 births that year.

~387
Living in US
1 in 852,822
Americans
1980
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Beloved or cherished
🌐
Origin
Hebrew and Scottish
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 2
Personality Traits
Affectionate Gentle Loyal
2
Life Path Number

The number 2 is traditionally associated with partnership, harmony, and diplomacy. People connected to this number tend to be cooperative, sensitive to others, and naturally inclined toward creating balance in their relationships.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

726
Worldwide Bearers
#306,159
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
526
🇬🇧 England
61
🇬🇧 Scotland
41
🇬🇾 Guyana
20
🇨🇦 Canada
18
🇬🇧 Wales
14
🇿🇦 South Africa
10
🇮🇳 India
6
🇭🇹 Haiti
5
🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago
3

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
387 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 48
34
Would be under 30 (8%)
295
Would be 30–60 (72%)
83
Would be over 60 (20%)

All 412 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1980

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
78
Classic Feel
41
Modern Appeal
59
International
80

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Davena Through the Generations

Davena's story is one of rarity and slow growth. With only 412 total births across all time but 387 living today, the gap highlights its unique status. The peak in 1980, when 17 babies were named Davena, shows a brief moment of popularity. Today, the name is predominantly female, with an average age of 48, indicating a mix of younger and older generations. 72% of Davena bearers are aged 30-60, suggesting a strong presence in middle adulthood, while 20% are over 60, hinting at a long-lasting legacy. This distribution, combined with the slowly rising trend, paints a picture of a name that's both enduring and evolving.

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Davena's Hebrew and Scottish roots

📄 About the Name Davena

How Many People Have the Name Davena?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 387 people in the United States currently share the name Davena. That works out to roughly 1 in every 852,822 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Davena a Common or Rare Name?

Davena is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Davena Mean?

Davena means "Beloved or cherished" and comes from Hebrew and Scottish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 2.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Davena in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Davena Most Popular?

The name Davena reached peak popularity in 1980, with 17 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Davena?

Approximately 387 people named Davena live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 412. That works out to roughly 1 in 852,822 Americans.

Is Davena a rare name?

Davena is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 852,822 Americans has this name.

What does the name Davena mean?

Davena means "Beloved or cherished" and comes from Hebrew and Scottish origins.

Is Davena more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Davena are male and 100% are female.

When was Davena most popular?

Davena peaked in 1980 with 17 births that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US387
All-Time Births412
1 in X1 in 852,822
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age48
Peak Year1980
World Rank#306,159
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.