John vs David
Comparing John and David? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. John ranks in the Top 100 tier and traces to Hebrew naming roots (meaning "God is gracious"). David sits in the Top 100 tier with Hebrew origins (meaning "Beloved").
John
- Meaning: God is gracious
- Origin: Hebrew
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full John name page
David
- Meaning: Beloved
- Origin: Hebrew
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full David name page
Which name is more popular: John or David?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, John ranks higher (Top 100) than David (Top 100).