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Bentley 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

Bentley Rank #201
David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #201 for Bentley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bentley or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Bentley at #201 in the United States.

What do Bentley and David mean?

Bentley means "clearing of coarse grass" (Old English origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Bentley and David boy or girl names?

Bentley is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.

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