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Austin 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

Austin Rank #107
David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #107 for Austin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Austin or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Austin at #107 in the United States.

What do Austin and David mean?

Austin means "venerable" (Latin origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Austin and David boy or girl names?

Austin is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.

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