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David

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✦ Meaning

“Hebrew 'beloved,' the greatest king of Israel. An enduring biblical classic symbolizing courage (David vs. Goliath) and artistic genius (Michelangelo).”

Popularity Over Time

David US popularity rank over timeRank 33 in 1903 to rank 1 in 1960. Lower rank numbers are more popular.#1#17#331900192019401960198020002024

Currently ranked #31 in the United States.

Origin

Hebrew

Syllables

2

Nicknames

DaveDaveyDavid

Style

ClassicTimelessStrongElegantRomantic

Famous Bearers

  • King David
  • David Bowie
  • Michelangelo's David

Collections

Works Everywhere → Two Syllables →

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Cross-Cultural Notes

Universal across cultures and religions

People Also Ask

Hebrew 'beloved,' the greatest king of Israel. An enduring biblical classic symbolizing courage (David vs. Goliath) and artistic genius (Michelangelo).

David is currently ranked #31 in the United States. Usage has stayed pretty consistent over the past decade.

Popular nicknames for David include Dave, Davey, David.

Names that pair beautifully with David include Felix, Leander, Caspian, Orion, Thaddeus.