Beloved or little David
Davan is most commonly understood as a modern diminutive or variant of the Hebrew name David. In some contexts, it is also considered a variation of the Irish name Devin, meaning poet or fawn. It remains a rare choice that bridges traditional roots with a contemporary sound.
Less common today
Davan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,051 in 1996.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
