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David vs Miles

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
Miles Rank #37

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #37 for Miles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is David or Miles more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Miles at #37 in the United States.

What do David and Miles mean?

David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin). Miles means "soldier, warrior" (Latin miles meaning soldier origin).

Are David and Miles boy or girl names?

David is primarily a boy name. Miles is primarily a boy name.

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