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David vs Carlos

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
Carlos Rank #135

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #135 for Carlos.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is David or Carlos more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Carlos at #135 in the United States.

What do David and Carlos mean?

David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin). Carlos means "free man" (Germanic origin).

Are David and Carlos boy or girl names?

David is primarily a boy name. Carlos is primarily a boy name.

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