Names related to Dave: David, Davis

Dave

Pronunciation: DAYV (key)

Origin of the name David:

From the Hebrew dāvīd (beloved). The name is borne in the Bible by the second Israelite king. Short: Dave. Pet: Davey, Davie, Davy.

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Dave Grohl, lead singer/guitarist of Foo Fighter, drummer of Nirvana.

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