David vs Diego

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

Popularity Comparison

David Rank #31
Diego Rank #145

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #145 for Diego.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is David or Diego more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Diego at #145 in the United States.

What do David and Diego mean?

David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin). Diego means "supplanter" (Hebrew via Spanish origin).

Are David and Diego boy or girl names?

David is primarily a boy name. Diego is primarily a boy name.

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