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David vs Kingston

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
Kingston Rank #178

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #178 for Kingston.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is David or Kingston more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Kingston at #178 in the United States.

What do David and Kingston mean?

David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin). Kingston means "king's town" (Old English origin).

Are David and Kingston boy or girl names?

David is primarily a boy name. Kingston is primarily a boy name.

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