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David vs Bentley

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

David Rank #31
Bentley Rank #201

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is David or Bentley more popular?

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

What do David and Bentley mean?

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

Are David and Bentley boy or girl names?

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

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