Kent vs Dave
Comparing Kent and Dave? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Kent ranks in the Top 1000 tier and traces to Welsh naming roots (meaning "White, bright"). Dave sits in the Top 1000 tier with Hebrew origins (meaning "Beloved").
Kent
- Meaning: White, bright
- Origin: Welsh
- Popularity (2026): Top 1000
- Full Kent name page
Dave
- Meaning: Beloved
- Origin: Hebrew
- Popularity (2026): Top 1000
- Full Dave name page
Which name is more popular: Kent or Dave?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Kent ranks higher (Top 1000) than Dave (Top 1000).