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Memphis vs Davis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Memphis

Boy #589 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"enduring and beautiful"

Origin: Ancient Egyptian (Men-nefer)

Cultural Roots

American Southern US Ancient Egyptian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#589
Total SSA Count
484
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Davis

Boy #646 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of David"

Origin: English/Welsh patronymic

Cultural Roots

English Welsh American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#646
Total SSA Count
429
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Memphis Rank #589
Davis Rank #646

Memphis is more popular, ranked #589 vs #646 for Davis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Memphis or Davis more popular?

Memphis is more popular, ranked #589 compared to Davis at #646 in the United States.

What do Memphis and Davis mean?

Memphis means "enduring and beautiful" (Ancient Egyptian (Men-nefer) origin). Davis means "son of David" (English/Welsh patronymic origin).

Are Memphis and Davis boy or girl names?

Memphis is primarily a boy name. Davis is primarily a boy name.

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