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David

DAY-vid

Popularity

#12438

falling

Letters

5

Syllables

2

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

3,682,683

Peak Year

#86,450 in 1955

First Recorded

1880

Style

Classic & Timeless, Spiritual & Biblical

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

David is a Hebrew name meaning 'beloved'. It is primarily known from the biblical King David, a shepherd who became a great king.

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Numerology

6

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Famous Namesakes

  • King David

    Biblical King of Israel, ancestor of Jesus

  • David Bowie

    Influential English singer, songwriter, and actor

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Personality Traits

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