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David vs Caleb

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
Caleb Rank #49

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #49 for Caleb.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is David or Caleb more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Caleb at #49 in the United States.

What do David and Caleb mean?

David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin). Caleb means "loyal as a dog" (Hebrew origin).

Are David and Caleb boy or girl names?

David is primarily a boy name. Caleb is primarily a boy name.

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