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Brody vs David

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brody

Boy #224 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"muddy place, ditch"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#224
Total SSA Count
1,608
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

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

Brody Rank #224
David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #224 for Brody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brody or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Brody at #224 in the United States.

What do Brody and David mean?

Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Brody and David boy or girl names?

Brody is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.

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