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David vs Isaiah

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
Isaiah Rank #56

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #56 for Isaiah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is David or Isaiah more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Isaiah at #56 in the United States.

What do David and Isaiah mean?

David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin). Isaiah means "the Lord saves" (Hebrew origin).

Are David and Isaiah boy or girl names?

David is primarily a boy name. Isaiah is primarily a boy name.

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