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David vs Owen

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
Owen Rank #26

Owen is more popular, ranked #26 vs #31 for David.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is David or Owen more popular?

Owen is more popular, ranked #26 compared to David at #31 in the United States.

What do David and Owen mean?

David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin). Owen means "young warrior" (Welsh origin).

Are David and Owen boy or girl names?

David is primarily a boy name. Owen is primarily a boy name.

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