Boy name
Dava name meaning
“beloved deity”
Dava is a masculine name commonly linked to Dewa or Deva, from Sanskrit deva, meaning deity. In one naming interpretation, Dava carries the meaning beloved deity. Dewa and Deva are the related forms in this interpretation, with the Sanskrit word supplying the deity element of the meaning.
What does Dava mean?
Beloved deity
In Indonesian: Tuhan yang dicintai
Origin and cultural usage of Dava
In one naming interpretation, Dava is a form of Dewa or Deva, from Sanskrit deva, meaning deity. The connection between Dava and Deva is not always certain.
How to pronounce Dava
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters |
|---|---|
| IPA | /dafa/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦢꦮ꦳ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮓᮗ |
Is Dava a boy’s name?
Yes, Dava is used mostly as a boy’s name. See all boy names.
Dava ranks #4,930 among boy names in our data sample (2 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
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FAQ about the name Dava
What is the meaning of Dava?
Dava means beloved deity. In one naming interpretation, Dava is a form of Dewa or Deva, from Sanskrit deva, meaning deity. The connection between Dava and Deva is not always certain.
Is Dava a boy’s name?
Yes, Dava is used mostly as a boy’s name.
How many syllables does Dava have?
Dava has 2 syllables (Da-va) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Dava?
Dava ranks #4,930 among boy names in our data sample (2 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
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