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David vs Brody

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
Brody Rank #224

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is David or Brody more popular?

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

What do David and Brody mean?

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

Are David and Brody boy or girl names?

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

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