Davis vs Houston

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Houston

Boy #704 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Hugh's settlement, town"

Origin: Old English via Scottish

Cultural Roots

American English Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#704
Total SSA Count
381
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Davis Rank #646
Houston Rank #704

Davis is more popular, ranked #646 vs #704 for Houston.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Davis or Houston more popular?

Davis is more popular, ranked #646 compared to Houston at #704 in the United States.

What do Davis and Houston mean?

Davis means "son of David" (English/Welsh patronymic origin). Houston means "Hugh's settlement, town" (Old English via Scottish origin).

Are Davis and Houston boy or girl names?

Davis is primarily a boy name. Houston is primarily a boy name.

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