David
boy name#35 in 2025David entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #1 in 1960, ranks #35 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#35
rank today
#1
peak (1960)
6,794
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #21 |
| 1890s | #28 |
| 1900s | #31 |
| 1910s | #29 |
| 1920s | #22 |
| 1930s | #11 |
| 1940s | #6 |
| 1950s | #4 |
| 1960s | #2 |
| 1970s | #4 |
| 1980s | #5 |
| 1990s | #12 |
| 2000s | #13 |
| 2010s | #20 |
| 2020s | #30 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, David has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 2,764,000 people named David are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical David alive today was born around 1963, making them about 62 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 #35 among US boy names in 2025, with 6,794 babies given the name.
- When was the name David most popular?
- David peaked in 1960, reaching #1 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name David with classmates?
- David will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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