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Tate 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

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Popularity Comparison

Tate Rank #210
David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #210 for Tate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tate or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Tate at #210 in the United States.

What do Tate and David mean?

Tate means "cheerful, pleasant" (Old English origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Tate and David boy or girl names?

Tate is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.

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