Devid
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- Name
- Devid
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- Boy name
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Devid is considered a Germanized spelling of the name David, a widely used variant of the biblical and Hebrew origin name Dawid (דָּוִד). The name translates to 'the beloved' or, in a religious interpretation, 'the favorite of God,' and originally more closely meant 'the brother of the father.'
What does the name Devid mean?
Devid is considered a Germanized spelling of the name David, a widely used variant of the biblical and Hebrew origin name Dawid (דָּוִד). The name translates to 'the beloved' or, in a religious interpretation, 'the favorite of God,' and originally more closely meant 'the brother of the father.' Its origin lies in the ancient Hebrew word dāwid (דָּוִיד) or dōd (דּוֹד) for 'the uncle' (paternal), 'the brother of the father,' and more freely interpreted as 'the beloved' or 'the favorite.' In the Bible, David is the second and greatest king of Israel, and he is also mentioned in the New Testament as an ancestor of Jesus. According to a story in the Old Testament, David defeated the giant Philistine Goliath. Other variants include Davide, Davido, Davidos, Dafydd, Dawit, Daud, Dawood, Davud, Davit, Davie, Dewy, Dave, Daveed, and Daven.
Where does the name Devid come from?
The etymology of Devid is a masculine first name of ancient Hebrew origin meaning 'the beloved.' Ancient Hebrew
How do you pronounce Devid?
Sound & pronunciation of Devid: The name Devid is two syllables and clearly structured. Pronounced as 'De-vid' [ˈdeːvɪd], a long E sound opens the sound space. The voiced V brings movement to the second syllable, while the D at the end ensures clarity. Devid feels modern and friendly - harmonious, present, and sonically balanced.
When is the name day of Devid?
The name day of Devid is March 1, June 26, July 15, November 19, December 11, and December 29.
Popularity
Devid is a very popular first name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 2,308th in the list of the most common male baby names. Its best placement was in 2009 at 652nd. In the last ten years, Devid has been given as a first name about 270 times, placing it 1,294th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 1,200th.
Nicknames & pet names
Dave / De / Dejf / Dev the kev / Devi / Di / Dodik
Similar first names
Famous people
- Devid Striesow (actor, speaker)
Frequently asked questions about the name Devid
What is the origin of the name Devid?
Devid is a Germanized form of the Hebrew name David, which has ancient Hebrew roots and means 'the beloved.'
What does the name Devid mean?
The name Devid is often translated as 'the beloved.' In a religious context, it is also interpreted as 'the favorite of God.'
How popular is the name Devid?
Devid is less common in Germany than the classic form David, but it enjoys steady popularity and is often appreciated as a modern variant.