Beloved
Davanee is a modern American elaboration of the name Davina, which is the feminine form of David. It shares the Hebrew root meaning 'beloved' and is often chosen by parents seeking a unique, rhythmic alternative to more common names like Danielle or Delaney.
Less common today
Davanee isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,183 in 2014.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
