Princeton vs Davis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Popularity Comparison

Princeton Rank #615
Davis Rank #646

Princeton is more popular, ranked #615 vs #646 for Davis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Princeton or Davis more popular?

Princeton is more popular, ranked #615 compared to Davis at #646 in the United States.

What do Princeton and Davis mean?

Princeton means "prince's town" (English origin). Davis means "son of David" (English/Welsh patronymic origin).

Are Princeton and Davis boy or girl names?

Princeton is primarily a boy name. Davis is primarily a boy name.

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