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David vs Xavier

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
Xavier Rank #102

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #102 for Xavier.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is David or Xavier more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Xavier at #102 in the United States.

What do David and Xavier mean?

David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin). Xavier means "savior" (Spanish origin).

Are David and Xavier boy or girl names?

David is primarily a boy name. Xavier is primarily a boy name.

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