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David vs Tatum

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
Tatum Rank #195

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #195 for Tatum.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is David or Tatum more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Tatum at #195 in the United States.

What do David and Tatum mean?

David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin). Tatum means "cheerful settlement" (Old English origin).

Are David and Tatum boy or girl names?

David is primarily a boy name. Tatum is primarily a boy name.

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