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David vs Rafael

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
Rafael Rank #222

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #222 for Rafael.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is David or Rafael more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Rafael at #222 in the United States.

What do David and Rafael mean?

David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin). Rafael means "God has healed" (Hebrew origin).

Are David and Rafael boy or girl names?

David is primarily a boy name. Rafael is primarily a boy name.

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