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Andrew vs David

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Andrew Rank #68
David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #68 for Andrew.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Andrew or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Andrew at #68 in the United States.

What do Andrew and David mean?

Andrew means "manly, brave" (Greek origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Andrew and David boy or girl names?

Andrew is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.

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