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Davina

Girl name · 121 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Davina: 121 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 18 births in 1977.

A feminine form of David, Davina traces its roots to the Hebrew “dod,” meaning “beloved,” and emerged in Scotland during the 19th century as a distinctive Gaelic adaptation. The name gained modern prominence through Davina McCall, the effervescent British television presenter known for hosting Big Brother and making exercise DVDs. Another notable bearer is Jamaican model Davina Bennett, who competed in Miss Universe 2017. While no major places are named directly after Davina, the name shares its etymological heritage with St Davids, the smallest city in Wales, named after the patron saint. The variant Davinia, perhaps best known through the fictional character Davinia “Vinnie” McAllister from the 1970s Scottish sitcom *The Amazing Adventures of Morph*, adds a lyrical twist. Popular in Scotland for generations, Davina remains a timeless choice that balances strength with warmth.