David: name meaning and origin
David is a Hebrew name meaning "beloved". It has 2 syllables, stressed on Da, and is traditionally a boy's name.
Middle names that flow with David
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- David Beau handsome
- David Finn fair, white
- David George farmer, earth-worker
- David Jack God is gracious (from John)
- David James supplanter (from Jacob)
- David Kai sea
- David Leif heir, descendant
- David Max greatest
Sibling names for David
- David & Caleb Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- David & Levi Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- David & Ruth Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- David & Alma Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- David & Esme Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- David & Freya Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- David & Ivy Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- David & Mabel Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
Names with a similar meaning
Questions about David
What does the name David mean?
David is a Hebrew name meaning "beloved".
How many syllables are in David?
David has 2 syllables (Da-vid), with the stress usually on "Da".
Is David a boy's or girl's name?
David is traditionally a boy's name.