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Graham vs David

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Graham

Boy #129 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gravelly homestead"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#129
Total SSA Count
2,789
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Graham Rank #129
David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #129 for Graham.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Graham or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Graham at #129 in the United States.

What do Graham and David mean?

Graham means "gravelly homestead" (Old English origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Graham and David boy or girl names?

Graham is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.

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