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Tyler vs David

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tyler

Boy #191 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"tile maker, brick layer"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#191
Total SSA Count
1,908
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

Tyler Rank #191
David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #191 for Tyler.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tyler or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Tyler at #191 in the United States.

What do Tyler and David mean?

Tyler means "tile maker, brick layer" (Old English origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Tyler and David boy or girl names?

Tyler is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.

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