Kingdavid Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KING-david //ˈkɪŋˌdeɪ.vɪd//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: King (Hebrew); David (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kingdavid is a compound name derived from the English word "king" and the Hebrew name "David" (דָּוִד), which means "beloved." The Hebrew name David has its roots in the biblical tradition, where King David is a central figure in the Old Testament, known for his role as the second king of Israel, a warrior, and a poet credited with many of the Psalms. The name entered the English language through the Latin "Davidus" and the Old French "David," which were used in medieval texts and translations of the Bible, particularly during the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, when many biblical names were adopted into English vernacular.
Historically, King David's reign is traditionally dated to around the 10th century BCE, and he is often regarded as a model of leadership and piety in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions. His story is recounted in the books of Samuel and Chronicles, and he is celebrated for uniting the tribes of Israel and establishing Jerusalem as the capital.
The significance of the name David has been reinforced through various cultural and religious texts, including the King James Bible, published in 1611, which helped to popularize biblical names in English-speaking cultures. Culturally, the name David has been associated with strength, leadership, and divine favor, often symbolizing the ideal qualities of a ruler.
The name has also inspired numerous variations and diminutives across different languages and cultures, such as "Davy" or "Dave," which have historical significance in their own right. The enduring legacy of King David as a revered figure in religious texts and his representation in art and literature has contributed to the lasting resonance of the name Kingdavid, symbolizing both nobility and belovedness.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kingdavid was first seen in the United States in 2006.
Kingdavid has ranked as high as #1348 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in Texas, and California.
In the past 5 years the name Kingdavid has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Kingdavid is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Kingdavid was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Kingdavid (2019)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Kingdavid.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 12 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2018 | 31 |
| 2017 | 27 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2015 | 26 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2006 | 11 |