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David

David is a classic boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “beloved” and “uncle.” This biblical title was popularised by the renowned King David, the second king of ancient Israel. King David is the hero from the story of David and Goliath and a revered figure in Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. The name David has since taken the world by storm and consistently remains a favorite in the US. With countless famous historical figures and celebrities named David, baby will have many honorable footsteps to follow throughout life. What’s more, the endearing connotation “beloved” will always remind baby David of how much you love them.
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Meaning

Beloved

Popularity

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Pronunciation

DAY-vid

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Traits

  • Kind
  • Loyal
  • Intelligent
  • Friendly

Compatibility

David is a classic name that pairs well with a wide range of sibling names, from traditional to modern. It also makes a strong and timeless choice as a middle name. Culturally, David fits seamlessly in various backgrounds and styles, making it a versatile option for any family.

Kind Loyal Intelligent Friendly

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of David Bowie

David Bowie

Musician

Born: January 8, 1947 · Brixton, London, England

Portrait of David Gilmour

David Gilmour

Musician

Born: March 6, 1946 · Cambridge, England

Portrait of David Blaine

David Blaine

Magician

Born: April 4, 1973 · New York, USA

Portrait of David Letterman

David Letterman

TV Host

Born: April 12, 1947 · Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Portrait of David Beckham

David Beckham

Former professional footballer

Born: May 2, 1975 · London, England

Portrait of David Attenborough

David Attenborough

Broadcaster

Born: May 8, 1926 · London, England

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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • David Original form
  • Dávid Hungarian
  • Dawid Polish
  • Davit Georgian
  • Arabic
  • Hebrew
  • Georgian
  • Devanagari
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  • Chinese

Cultural Adaptations

  • داوود (Dāwūd) Arabic
  • דָּוִד (Dāwīḏ) Hebrew
  • დავით (Davit) Georgian
  • दावीद (Dāvīd) Devanagari
  • 다비드 (Dabideu) Korean
  • 大卫 (Dàwèi) Chinese

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Frequently Asked Questions about David

What does David mean?
Beloved
What is the origin of David?
David has Hebrew origins.
Is David popular?
David has been viewed 129 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to David?
Similar names include Veda, Zaria, Saba, Husna, Xiaobo.
How do you pronounce David?
David is pronounced DAY-vid.

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