Boys name · Illinois
David in Illinois
David was the 40th most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 212 babies named David that year. Since 1910, Illinois families have named 186,067 babies David.
Popularity over time
David in Illinois, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 38 | 45th |
| 1926 | 400 | 27th |
| 1943 | 1,937 | 8th |
| 1959 | 4,630 | 4th |
| 1976 | 1,965 | 4th |
| 1992 | 1,267 | 11th |
| 2009 | 652 | 12th |
| 2025 | 212 | 40th |
Its rank among boys names in Illinois climbed from 45th in 1910 to 40th in 2025.
The most babies named David in Illinois in a single year was 4,816, in 1960. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1958.
Across the country, David reached its best rank of #1 in California (1959). See David in every state →
How popular is David in Illinois?
David was the 40th most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 212 babies named David that year. Since 1910, Illinois families have named 186,067 babies David.
How many babies are named David in Illinois?
In 2025, 212 babies were named David in Illinois. The most babies named David in Illinois in a single year was 4,816, in 1960.
What is the rank of David in Illinois?
David ranked 40th among boys names in Illinois in 2025. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1958.
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.