David

David is often associated with an affectionate and cherished status, stemming from its biblical roots, symbolizing a person who is adored and held dear.

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The name David has its roots in the Hebrew language and is predominantly found in the Old Testament of the Bible. It is derived from the Hebrew name דָּוִד (Dawid), which means "beloved".

  • Popularity: 42nd
  • Babies named David in the US in 2023:
    Female: 8
    Male: 7354
  • Nicknames: Dave, Davy, Davey, Dai, Davie.
  • Full Names: Davidson, Davidoff, Davida, Davide, Daavid.
  • Famous Namesakes: David Beckham-Soccer Player, David Bowie-Musician, David Cameron-Politician, David Schwimmer-Actor, David Letterman-Talk Show Host.
  • Gender: Typically used for males, but also found in some female variations in modern contexts.
  • Numerology: In numerology, the name David is associated with the number 6, representing nurturing, balance, sympathy, and responsibility. People with this number are believed to have a caring nature and are community-oriented.

David has been a popular name across centuries and is frequently chosen in English-speaking and other cultures. In the late 20th century, it consistently ranked in the top 10 names for boys in many countries.

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