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Jude vs David

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jude

Boy #156 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"praised, he will be praised"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Biblical European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#156
Total SSA Count
2,284
Syllables
1
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

Jude Rank #156
David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #156 for Jude.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jude or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Jude at #156 in the United States.

What do Jude and David mean?

Jude means "praised, he will be praised" (Hebrew origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Jude and David boy or girl names?

Jude is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.

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