Boys name · Delaware
David in Delaware
David was the 36th most popular boys name in Delaware in 2025, with 20 babies named David that year. Since 1912, Delaware families have named 10,128 babies David.
Popularity over time
David in Delaware, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 9 | 18th |
| 1928 | 11 | 31st |
| 1944 | 89 | 8th |
| 1960 | 274 | 1st |
| 1977 | 114 | 7th |
| 1993 | 76 | 15th |
| 2009 | 37 | 28th |
| 2025 | 20 | 36th |
Its rank among boys names in Delaware fell from 18th in 1912 to 36th in 2025.
The most babies named David in Delaware in a single year was 274, in 1960. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1960.
Across the country, David reached its best rank of #1 in California (1959). See David in every state →
How popular is David in Delaware?
David was the 36th most popular boys name in Delaware in 2025, with 20 babies named David that year. Since 1912, Delaware families have named 10,128 babies David.
How many babies are named David in Delaware?
In 2025, 20 babies were named David in Delaware. The most babies named David in Delaware in a single year was 274, in 1960.
What is the rank of David in Delaware?
David ranked 36th among boys names in Delaware in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1960.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.