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David vs Jason

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jason

Boy #148 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"healer, to heal"

Origin: Greek Iason

Cultural Roots

English American Greek French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#148
Total SSA Count
2,448
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

David Rank #31
Jason Rank #148

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #148 for Jason.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is David or Jason more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Jason at #148 in the United States.

What do David and Jason mean?

David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin). Jason means "healer, to heal" (Greek Iason origin).

Are David and Jason boy or girl names?

David is primarily a boy name. Jason is primarily a boy name.

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