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David vs Declan

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
Declan Rank #131

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #131 for Declan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is David or Declan more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Declan at #131 in the United States.

What do David and Declan mean?

David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin). Declan means "man of prayer" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are David and Declan boy or girl names?

David is primarily a boy name. Declan is primarily a boy name.

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