Davis (French)
Where does "Davis" come from?
The surname Davis originated in England as a patronymic, essentially meaning 'son of David.' It eventually crossed the English Channel to become a borrowed name in French, retaining its function as a family name.
Full etymology tree
- Davis (French), 'a surname from English'
- borrowed Davis (English), 'A surname'
Ancestors
- Davis (English)
Updated June 2026
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