Boys name · Virginia
David in Virginia
David was the 39th most popular boys name in Virginia in 2025, with 165 babies named David that year. Since 1910, Virginia families have named 78,212 babies David.
Popularity over time
David in Virginia, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 34 | 28th |
| 1926 | 181 | 23rd |
| 1943 | 606 | 9th |
| 1959 | 1,732 | 2nd |
| 1976 | 960 | 5th |
| 1992 | 697 | 10th |
| 2009 | 374 | 20th |
| 2025 | 165 | 39th |
Its rank among boys names in Virginia fell from 28th in 1910 to 39th in 2025.
The most babies named David in Virginia in a single year was 1,892, in 1961. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1959.
Across the country, David reached its best rank of #1 in California (1959). See David in every state →
How popular is David in Virginia?
David was the 39th most popular boys name in Virginia in 2025, with 165 babies named David that year. Since 1910, Virginia families have named 78,212 babies David.
How many babies are named David in Virginia?
In 2025, 165 babies were named David in Virginia. The most babies named David in Virginia in a single year was 1,892, in 1961.
What is the rank of David in Virginia?
David ranked 39th among boys names in Virginia in 2025. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1959.
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.