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David vs Brandon

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
Brandon Rank #230

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #230 for Brandon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is David or Brandon more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Brandon at #230 in the United States.

What do David and Brandon mean?

David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin). Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin).

Are David and Brandon boy or girl names?

David is primarily a boy name. Brandon is primarily a boy name.

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