David vs River

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

David

Boy #31 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"beloved, darling"

Origin: Hebrew Dawid from dod

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Boy #112 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flowing body of water, stream"

Origin: Old French

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David Rank #31

River Rank #112

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #112 for River.

Is David or River more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to River at #112 in the United States.

What do David and River mean?

David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin). River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin).

Are David and River boy or girl names?

David is primarily a boy name. River is primarily a boy name.