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Xavier 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

Xavier Rank #102
David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #102 for Xavier.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Xavier or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Xavier at #102 in the United States.

What do Xavier and David mean?

Xavier means "savior" (Spanish origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Xavier and David boy or girl names?

Xavier is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.

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