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David vs Harrison

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
Harrison Rank #121

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #121 for Harrison.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is David or Harrison more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Harrison at #121 in the United States.

What do David and Harrison mean?

David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin). Harrison means "son of Harry (Henry)" (English origin).

Are David and Harrison boy or girl names?

David is primarily a boy name. Harrison is primarily a boy name.

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