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Tatum 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

Tatum Rank #195
David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #195 for Tatum.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tatum or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Tatum at #195 in the United States.

What do Tatum and David mean?

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

Are Tatum and David boy or girl names?

Tatum is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.

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