David Boy
Origin(s)
Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: beloved; English: friend
Historical & Cultural Background
David is a prominent name in the Hebrew Bible, belonging to the second king of Israel, known for his leadership and poetic skills. The name has been widely used in various cultures, particularly in Christian and Jewish communities. It has remained popular throughout history, often symbolizing strength and virtue.
Trend Summary
David has consistently ranked among the top names for boys in the United States, though its popularity has seen a gradual decline in recent years.
Similar Names
Damon, Darius, Dorian, Dustin, Dante, Davis, Dawson, Darren
Variants
- Davy
- Dave
International Variants
- Dávid (Hungarian)
- Davi (Portuguese)
- Davide (Italian)
- Dawid (Polish)
Famous people named David
David Beckham is a retired English footballer known for his successful career and global brand.
David Bowie was an influential English musician and actor, recognized for his innovative contributions to music and culture.
David Copperfield is a renowned American magician and illusionist famous for his elaborate stage shows.
David Attenborough is a celebrated British broadcaster and natural historian known for his work in wildlife documentaries.
Fictional characters named David
David Haller is a character in the Marvel Comics universe, known as Legion, who has multiple personalities and powers.
David Rose is a character in the television series 'Schitt's Creek,' known for his witty humor and fashion sense.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name David was first seen in the United States in 1880. David has ranked as high as #2 nationally which occurred in 1955 and has been most popular in Texas, California, New York, Florida, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name David has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for David (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 923 | |
CA | 856 | |
NY | 658 | |
FL | 512 | |
NC | 274 | |
PA | 254 | |
GA | 248 | |
IL | 242 | |
OH | 208 | |
WA | 181 | |
TN | 170 | |
VA | 165 | |
AZ | 155 | |
MD | 155 | |
MI | 153 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 869 |
1881 | 750 |
1882 | 838 |
1883 | 734 |
1884 | 761 |
1885 | 712 |
1886 | 674 |
1887 | 673 |
1888 | 801 |
1889 | 757 |
1890 | 731 |
1891 | 673 |
1892 | 813 |
1893 | 724 |
1894 | 729 |
1895 | 707 |
1896 | 765 |
1897 | 730 |
1898 | 815 |
1899 | 646 |
1900 | 883 |
1901 | 672 |
1902 | 761 |
1903 | 716 |
1904 | 817 |
1905 | 838 |
1906 | 878 |
1907 | 945 |
1908 | 1,015 |
1909 | 1,094 |
1910 | 1,258 |
1911 | 1,556 |
1912 | 2,858 |
1913 | 3,282 |
1914 | 4,251 |
1915 | 5,394 |
1916 | 5,812 |
1917 | 6,099 |
1918 | 6,627 |
1919 | 6,716 |
1920 | 7,444 |
1921 | 7,765 |
1922 | 7,865 |
1923 | 8,230 |
1924 | 8,758 |
1925 | 8,915 |
1926 | 9,041 |
1927 | 9,426 |
1928 | 9,992 |
1929 | 11,301 |
1930 | 12,275 |
1931 | 11,783 |
1932 | 12,139 |
1933 | 12,027 |
1934 | 14,003 |
1935 | 15,662 |
1936 | 17,477 |
1937 | 20,980 |
1938 | 22,994 |
1939 | 25,359 |
1940 | 27,691 |
1941 | 30,553 |
1942 | 35,905 |
1943 | 37,243 |
1944 | 37,379 |
1945 | 37,107 |
1946 | 46,444 |
1947 | 57,809 |
1948 | 56,624 |
1949 | 59,610 |
1950 | 60,729 |
1951 | 64,789 |
1952 | 71,753 |
1953 | 76,119 |
1954 | 79,560 |
1955 | 86,301 |
1956 | 81,650 |
1957 | 82,404 |
1958 | 82,679 |
1959 | 83,967 |
1960 | 85,908 |
1961 | 84,805 |
1962 | 81,335 |
1963 | 78,450 |
1964 | 75,036 |
1965 | 67,828 |
1966 | 66,417 |
1967 | 66,802 |
1968 | 63,683 |
1969 | 63,675 |
1970 | 61,729 |
1971 | 53,118 |
1972 | 46,326 |
1973 | 41,085 |
1974 | 41,793 |
1975 | 39,155 |
1976 | 39,273 |
1977 | 40,516 |
1978 | 40,684 |
1979 | 42,062 |
1980 | 41,890 |
1981 | 40,633 |
1982 | 40,456 |
1983 | 39,206 |
1984 | 38,492 |
1985 | 38,527 |
1986 | 37,149 |
1987 | 36,796 |
1988 | 35,330 |
1989 | 35,223 |
1990 | 33,747 |
1991 | 30,417 |
1992 | 28,425 |
1993 | 27,039 |
1994 | 24,874 |
1995 | 23,046 |
1996 | 23,024 |
1997 | 21,896 |
1998 | 20,892 |
1999 | 20,352 |
2000 | 19,787 |
2001 | 19,362 |
2002 | 18,704 |
2003 | 18,640 |
2004 | 18,407 |
2005 | 18,141 |
2006 | 17,667 |
2007 | 17,563 |
2008 | 16,346 |
2009 | 15,455 |
2010 | 14,223 |
2011 | 13,254 |
2012 | 12,558 |
2013 | 12,396 |
2014 | 12,253 |
2015 | 11,836 |
2016 | 11,148 |
2017 | 10,241 |
2018 | 9,811 |
2019 | 8,984 |
2020 | 8,259 |
2021 | 7,925 |
2022 | 7,820 |
2023 | 7,413 |
2024 | 7,317 |