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Wesley vs David

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wesley

Boy #58 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from the western farmstead"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Protestant Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#58
Total SSA Count
5,144
Syllables
3
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

Wesley Rank #58
David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #58 for Wesley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wesley or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Wesley at #58 in the United States.

What do Wesley and David mean?

Wesley means "from the western farmstead" (Old English origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Wesley and David boy or girl names?

Wesley is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.

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