Name comparison
David vs Steven
David is the more common of the two, with roughly 2.5x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | David | Steven |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 2,634,551 | 1,035,603 |
| Global rank | #3 | #22 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 3,037 | 1 in 7,725 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.6%) | Male (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 2,634,551 | 1,035,603 |
How they differ
David has approximately 2.6M living bearers compared to 1.0M for Steven - a ratio of about 2.5x.
David originates from unknown origins. Steven originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is David or Steven more popular?
David is more popular worldwide, with approximately 2,634,551 estimated living bearers compared to 1,035,603 for Steven. That is roughly 2.5x more bearers of David.
What is the difference in origin between David and Steven?
David originates from unknown sources. Steven originates from unknown sources.
Are David and Steven used for the same gender?
Both David and Steven are predominantly used as male names.
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