Beckham vs King

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

King

Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#343
Total SSA Count
1,001
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Beckham Rank #168
King Rank #343

Beckham is more popular, ranked #168 vs #343 for King.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Beckham ___

  • Beckham James
  • Beckham David
  • Beckham Cole
  • Beckham Chase
  • Beckham Reed
  • Beckham Miles

King ___

  • King James
  • King David
  • King Alexander
  • King Emmanuel
  • King Solomon
  • King Theodore

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Beckham

Sutton Harper Cruz Brooklyn Piper

If you choose King

Major Duke Royal Prince Reign

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beckham or King more popular?

Beckham is more popular, ranked #168 compared to King at #343 in the United States.

What do Beckham and King mean?

Beckham means "homestead by a stream" (Old English origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Beckham and King boy or girl names?

Beckham is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.

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