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David vs Griffin

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
Griffin Rank #223

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #223 for Griffin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is David or Griffin more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Griffin at #223 in the United States.

What do David and Griffin mean?

David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin). Griffin means "strong lord, powerful chief" (Welsh origin).

Are David and Griffin boy or girl names?

David is primarily a boy name. Griffin is primarily a boy name.

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