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Davies

DAY-vihs

Davies (name) means a Welsh surname meaning "son of David.". Example: “The Davies family has lived in the valley for generations.”

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A Welsh surname meaning "son of David."
"The Davies family has lived in the valley for generations."
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Frequently asked questions

What does “Davies” mean?

The word “Davies” means a Welsh surname meaning "son of David.".

How do you pronounce “Davies”?

“Davies” is pronounced DAY-vihs (/ˈdeɪvɪs/ in IPA).

How do you use “Davies” in a sentence?

Here is “Davies” used in a sentence: “The Davies family has lived in the valley for generations.”

What part of speech is “Davies”?

“Davies” is a name.

Is “Davies” a common word?

“Davies” is a fairly common word in modern English.

What is the difference between Davies and Davis?

Davies and Davis are related surnames that both derive from the name David, meaning "son of David." Davies is characteristically Welsh, while Davis is a more common English and American spelling.

Where does the surname Davies come from?

Davies is a Welsh surname meaning "son of David." It is a very common family name in Wales.

Is Davies used as a first name?

Davies is primarily a Welsh surname rather than a first name. On occasion it appears as a given name, but that use is uncommon.

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