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David vs Christopher

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
Christopher Rank #61

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #61 for Christopher.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is David or Christopher more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Christopher at #61 in the United States.

What do David and Christopher mean?

David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin). Christopher means "one who carries Christ in heart" (Greek origin).

Are David and Christopher boy or girl names?

David is primarily a boy name. Christopher is primarily a boy name.

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