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Jayden 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

Jayden Rank #59
David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #59 for Jayden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jayden or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Jayden at #59 in the United States.

What do Jayden and David mean?

Jayden means "God has heard" (Hebrew origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Jayden and David boy or girl names?

Jayden is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.

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