Boys name · Iowa
David in Iowa
David was the 74th most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 45 babies named David that year. Since 1910, Iowa families have named 52,832 babies David.
Popularity over time
David in Iowa, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 13 | 48th |
| 1926 | 121 | 36th |
| 1943 | 840 | 6th |
| 1959 | 1,424 | 1st |
| 1976 | 409 | 9th |
| 1992 | 204 | 22nd |
| 2009 | 82 | 51st |
| 2025 | 45 | 74th |
Its rank among boys names in Iowa fell from 48th in 1910 to 74th in 2025.
The most babies named David in Iowa in a single year was 1,604, in 1955. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1950.
Across the country, David reached its best rank of #1 in California (1959). See David in every state →
How popular is David in Iowa?
David was the 74th most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 45 babies named David that year. Since 1910, Iowa families have named 52,832 babies David.
How many babies are named David in Iowa?
In 2025, 45 babies were named David in Iowa. The most babies named David in Iowa in a single year was 1,604, in 1955.
What is the rank of David in Iowa?
David ranked 74th among boys names in Iowa in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1950.
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.