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Aaron vs David

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aaron

Boy #79 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"high mountain"

Origin: Hebrew (aharon)

Cultural Roots

English Hebrew Arabic American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#79
Total SSA Count
4,225
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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David

Boy #31 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, darling"

Origin: Hebrew Dawid from dod

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Spanish French Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#31
Total SSA Count
7,317
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Aaron Rank #79
David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #79 for Aaron.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aaron or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Aaron at #79 in the United States.

What do Aaron and David mean?

Aaron means "high mountain" (Hebrew (aharon) origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Aaron and David boy or girl names?

Aaron is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.

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