Name comparison
David vs Stephen
David is the more common of the two, with roughly 4.2x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | David | Stephen |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 2,634,551 | 628,292 |
| Global rank | #3 | #53 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 3,037 | 1 in 12,733 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 2,634,551 | 628,292 |
How they differ
David has approximately 2.6M living bearers compared to 628k for Stephen - a ratio of about 4.2x.
David originates from unknown origins. Stephen originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is David or Stephen more popular?
David is more popular worldwide, with approximately 2,634,551 estimated living bearers compared to 628,292 for Stephen. That is roughly 4.2x more bearers of David.
What is the difference in origin between David and Stephen?
David originates from unknown sources. Stephen originates from unknown sources.
Are David and Stephen used for the same gender?
Both David and Stephen are predominantly used as male names.
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