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Luis vs David

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Luis

Boy #130 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous warrior"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#130
Total SSA Count
2,778
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

Luis Rank #130
David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #130 for Luis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Luis or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Luis at #130 in the United States.

What do Luis and David mean?

Luis means "famous warrior" (Germanic origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Luis and David boy or girl names?

Luis is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.

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