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David vs Caden

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
Caden Rank #211

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #211 for Caden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is David or Caden more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Caden at #211 in the United States.

What do David and Caden mean?

David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin). Caden means "little fire" (Old Irish (Aodhán) origin).

Are David and Caden boy or girl names?

David is primarily a boy name. Caden is primarily a boy name.

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