David
girl name#11932 in 2025David entered the US charts in 1883, peaked at #561 in 1967, ranks #11932 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1883–2025
#11932
rank today
#561
peak (1967)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #884 |
| 1890s | #1462 |
| 1900s | #1448 |
| 1910s | #1428 |
| 1920s | #1121 |
| 1930s | #849 |
| 1940s | #772 |
| 1950s | #762 |
| 1960s | #626 |
| 1970s | #642 |
| 1980s | #723 |
| 1990s | #2127 |
| 2000s | #4602 |
| 2010s | #7596 |
| 2020s | #11230 |
Living bearers
About 10,500 people named David are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical David alive today was born around 1970, making them about 55 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name David in 2025?
- David ranks #11932 among US girl names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name David most popular?
- David peaked in 1967, reaching #561 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name David with classmates?
- David will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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