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Davion
Pronounced DAY-vee-on /ΛdeΙͺ.vi.Ιn/Low
Meaning: Beloved; from David with -ion suffixLow
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
Davion is a modern American extension of David, from the Hebrew Dawid meaning beloved. The -ion suffix is characteristic of African American naming creativity, which has produced names like Davion, Daveon, and Dayvion.
Davion is used primarily in African American communities in the United States. Its three syllables give it a melodic quality and the David root gives it biblical heritage.
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Famous Bearers
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Davion Mitchell (1998-present)American NBA guard, won the 2021 national championship with Baylor and was the ninth overall pick in the 2021 NBA draft
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Frequently Asked
What does Davion mean?
Davion means beloved as a modern elaboration of David from the Hebrew Dawid.
Is Davion an African American name?
Davion is popular in African American communities as a creative extension of the classic David.
How do you pronounce Davion?
Davion is pronounced DAY-vee-on with three syllables.
What names are similar to Davion?
Similar names include Daveon, Darian, and Orion.