Judah 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

Popularity Comparison

Judah Rank #179
David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #179 for Judah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Judah or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Judah at #179 in the United States.

What do Judah and David mean?

Judah means "praised, thankful" (Hebrew origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Judah and David boy or girl names?

Judah is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.

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