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Dave
Meaning
Dave is a short form of David, meaning 'beloved' or 'uncle'.
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Pronunciation
Dayv
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Name Story
Traits
- Friendly
- Reliable
- Approachable
- Classic
Compatibility
Dave pairs well with a variety of sibling names, from traditional to modern choices. As a middle name, it provides a strong and stable foundation for more unique first names. Culturally, Dave can work in a range of settings, from casual to formal, making it a flexible option for parents looking for a name that can grow with their child.
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Famous Personalities
Notable people who share the name.
Dave Matthews
Musician
Born: January 9, 1967 · Johannesburg, South Africa
Dave Grohl
Musician
Born: January 14, 1969 · Warren, Ohio, USA
Dave Davies
Musician
Born: February 3, 1947 · London, England
Dave Franco
Actor
Born: June 12, 1985 · Palo Alto, California, United States
Dave Chappelle
Actor, Comedian
Born: August 24, 1973 · Washington, D.C., USA
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Regional Variations & Spellings
Alternative Spellings
- Dave Original form
- Davy English variant
- Dávid Hungarian
- Дэйв Russian
- Devanagari
- Chinese (Mandarin)
- Japanese
- Persian
- Hebrew
Cultural Adaptations
- डेव (Dev) Devanagari
- 戴夫 (Dài fū) Chinese (Mandarin)
- デイブ (Deibu) Japanese
- دیو (Dav) Persian
- דייב (Dayv) Hebrew
Frequently Asked Questions about Dave
- What does Dave mean?
- Dave is a short form of David, meaning 'beloved' or 'uncle'.
- What is the origin of Dave?
- Dave has Hebrew origins.
- Is Dave popular?
- Dave has been viewed 67 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
- What are similar names to Dave?
- Similar names include Farouk, Leonardo, Agness, Zebediah, Mariam.
- How do you pronounce Dave?
- Dave is pronounced Dayv.
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