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Davis vs Ford

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ford

Boy #571 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"shallow river crossing"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#571
Total SSA Count
504
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Davis Rank #646
Ford Rank #571

Ford is more popular, ranked #571 vs #646 for Davis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Davis or Ford more popular?

Ford is more popular, ranked #571 compared to Davis at #646 in the United States.

What do Davis and Ford mean?

Davis means "son of David" (English/Welsh patronymic origin). Ford means "shallow river crossing" (Old English origin).

Are Davis and Ford boy or girl names?

Davis is primarily a boy name. Ford is primarily a boy name.

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