Boys name · New Jersey
David in New Jersey
David was the 23rd most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 232 babies named David that year. Since 1910, New Jersey families have named 99,600 babies David.
Popularity over time
David in New Jersey, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 29 | 31st |
| 1926 | 268 | 25th |
| 1943 | 760 | 13th |
| 1959 | 2,216 | 5th |
| 1976 | 1,211 | 3rd |
| 1992 | 893 | 13th |
| 2009 | 426 | 16th |
| 2025 | 232 | 23rd |
Its rank among boys names in New Jersey climbed from 31st in 1910 to 23rd in 2025.
The most babies named David in New Jersey in a single year was 2,396, in 1961. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 1975.
Across the country, David reached its best rank of #1 in California (1959). See David in every state →
How popular is David in New Jersey?
David was the 23rd most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 232 babies named David that year. Since 1910, New Jersey families have named 99,600 babies David.
How many babies are named David in New Jersey?
In 2025, 232 babies were named David in New Jersey. The most babies named David in New Jersey in a single year was 2,396, in 1961.
What is the rank of David in New Jersey?
David ranked 23rd among boys names in New Jersey in 2025. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 1975.
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.