David
BoyHebrew
David is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "Beloved".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Hebrew
Popularity
84 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
Beloved
Etymology
David is a common masculine given name of Hebrew origin. Its popularity derives from the initial oral tradition and recorded use related to King David, a central figure in the Tanakh, and foundational to Judaism, and subsequently significant in the religious traditions of Christianity and Islam.
Famous People Named David
- David Hilbert — German mathematician (1862–1943)
- David Hume — Scottish philosopher, economist, and historian (1711-1776)
- David Cameron — British politician (born 1966)
- David Beckham — English footballer (born 1975)
- David Bowie — English musician and actor (1947–2016)
Frequently Asked Questions About David
What does the name David mean?
David means "Beloved", and is of Hebrew origin.
What is the origin of the name David?
David originates from Hebrew.
Is David a boy or girl name?
David is typically used as a boy name.
Are there famous people named David?
Yes — notable people named David include David Hilbert (German mathematician, 1862–1943), David Hume (Scottish philosopher, 1711-1776), David Cameron (British politician, born 1966), David Beckham (English footballer, born 1975) and David Bowie (English musician and actor, 1947–2016).
Last updated: June 2026