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דייב


Meaning of the name דייב

Dave is an international masculine name originating from the Hebrew name David, meaning "beloved" or "friend." The name developed as an English diminutive form of David and became an independent, popular name in the Western world during the 20th century. In Israel, the name Dave is primarily used as a modern name with an international character, combining original Hebrew identity with a contemporary and accessible sound. The name expresses closeness, friendship, and love, carrying a message of human warmth and deep personal connection. In Western culture, Dave has become a common and beloved name, associated with friendly, accessible people with warm personalities. The name carries an informal and light character, making it particularly popular among families seeking a name that is easy to pronounce in various languages and expresses values of simplicity and authenticity. The name conveys a sense of closeness and accessibility, and is associated with people who have the ability to create strong and meaningful social connections. Culturally, the name Dave represents a bridge between the Hebrew and Western worlds. It allows its bearer to maintain a connection to the original Jewish heritage of the name David, while being suitable for life in a global and multicultural world. The name is particularly suitable for families seeking a name that will be familiar and comfortable to pronounce in international settings, while maintaining a Hebrew connection. Dave is a name that expresses the spirit of modern times, characterized by cultural openness, accessibility, and the ability to adapt to different environments, while preserving a unique and meaningful identity.

The name דייב with vowels

דֵּייב

The name דייב in English

Dave | David

דייב is mainly suitable for

Boy

Is the name דייב considered international

Yes

Origin of the name דייב from the Bible

1 Samuel 16:11 - And Samuel said unto Jesse, Are here all thy children? And he said, There remaineth yet the youngest, and, behold, he keepeth the sheep. And Samuel said unto Jesse, Send and fetch him: for we will not sit down till he come hither

Origin of the name דייב from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Dave (David) symbolizes the quality of love and divine connection. The name is associated with the kingdom of David, representing spiritual perfection and the connection between the earthly and heavenly. The name carries energy of connection, friendship, and unconditional love.

Gematria value for the name דייב

26

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4

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10

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10

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2

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Numerology value for the name דייב

8

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4

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10

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10

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2

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26

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2

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6

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8

Famous people named דייב

Dave Grohl - American musician, Nirvana drummer and Foo Fighters founder | Dave Chappelle - Famous American comedian and actor | Dave Bautista - American actor and professional wrestler | Dave Franco - Well-known American actor | Dave Matthews - Musician and Dave Matthews Band frontman

Names similar to דייב

Total times the name דייב was registered

80 times

Graph of the name דייב

* Source: Central Bureau of Statistics. As of April 2022