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David vs Hunter

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
Hunter Rank #128

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #128 for Hunter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is David or Hunter more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Hunter at #128 in the United States.

What do David and Hunter mean?

David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin). Hunter means "one who hunts" (Old English origin).

Are David and Hunter boy or girl names?

David is primarily a boy name. Hunter is primarily a boy name.

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