Boys name · Kentucky
David in Kentucky
David was the 38th most popular boys name in Kentucky in 2025, with 97 babies named David that year. Since 1910, Kentucky families have named 61,377 babies David.
Popularity over time
David in Kentucky, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 31 | 32nd |
| 1926 | 164 | 31st |
| 1943 | 701 | 6th |
| 1959 | 1,543 | 2nd |
| 1976 | 763 | 5th |
| 1992 | 384 | 17th |
| 2009 | 179 | 28th |
| 2025 | 97 | 38th |
Its rank among boys names in Kentucky fell from 32nd in 1910 to 38th in 2025.
The most babies named David in Kentucky in a single year was 1,546, in 1960. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1954.
Across the country, David reached its best rank of #1 in California (1959). See David in every state →
How popular is David in Kentucky?
David was the 38th most popular boys name in Kentucky in 2025, with 97 babies named David that year. Since 1910, Kentucky families have named 61,377 babies David.
How many babies are named David in Kentucky?
In 2025, 97 babies were named David in Kentucky. The most babies named David in Kentucky in a single year was 1,546, in 1960.
What is the rank of David in Kentucky?
David ranked 38th among boys names in Kentucky in 2025. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1954.
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.