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George vs David

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

George Rank #123
David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #123 for George.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is George or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to George at #123 in the United States.

What do George and David mean?

George means "farmer, earthworker" (Greek origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are George and David boy or girl names?

George is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.

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