Boys name · Pennsylvania
David in Pennsylvania
In 2025, 280 babies born in Pennsylvania were named David, making it the #29 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 223,324.
Popularity over time
David in Pennsylvania, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 108 | #29 |
| 1926 | 861 | #20 |
| 1943 | 2,649 | #8 |
| 1959 | 5,516 | #3 |
| 1976 | 2,151 | #3 |
| 1992 | 1,415 | #11 |
| 2009 | 523 | #26 |
| 2025 | 280 | #29 |
The most David births in Pennsylvania in a single year was 5,951, in 1955. David's highest rank in Pennsylvania was #2, set in 1960.
Rank swung between #2 (1960) and #41 (2021) in Pennsylvania, from #29 in 1910 to #29 in 2025.
Nationally, David's strongest state was California, where it hit #1 in 1959. See David in every state →
How popular is David in Pennsylvania?
In 2025, 280 babies born in Pennsylvania were named David, making it the #29 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 223,324.
How many babies are named David in Pennsylvania?
In 2025, 280 babies born in Pennsylvania were named David.
What is the rank of David in Pennsylvania?
David's 2025 rank among boys names in Pennsylvania was #29.
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.