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David

David is a boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning Beloved" - the shepherd king.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginHebrew
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#29

What does David mean?

Beloved" - the shepherd king

How popular is David?

Popularity in the United States

David has been given to 3,651,803 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1950s. Its use has declined since that peak.

About 1 in 202 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

043,23686,472188019502020
Babies named David per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

David has been given to 315,068 babies in France since 1900, peaking in the 1970s. Its use has declined since that peak.

09,84719,694190019612022
Babies named David per year in France, 1900–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 370,270 people called David living in Spain, with an average age of 33.7.

3,651,803 Babies named since 1880
1950s Peak decade
Falling Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about David

What does the name David mean?

David means Beloved" - the shepherd king. It is of Hebrew origin.

Is David a boy's or a girl's name?

David is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name David?

David has been given to 3,651,803 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1950s. Its use has declined since that peak.