David
«The beloved»
The constellation of David · every letter is a star; its height set by its numerology
Meaning of David
«The beloved»
That is what David carries inside: a name of Hebrew origin with centuries behind it.
David at a glance
Origin: Hebrew
Symbolizes: vision, mastery and building
Numerology: Expression 22 · Soul 1 · Personality 3
Ruling planet: Master 22 (number 22)
Day: Saturday Color: Blue Stone: Sapphire
Popularity: #29 in the U.S. (2020–2025)
Numerology & planet
The great builder of impossible dreams.
About the name David
Behind David stands the number 22, ruled by Master 22. A master builder of great dreams. Everything points the same way: vision, mastery and building.
The personality of David in numerology
Three numbers, three layers of David:
Expression 22 · Master 22: A master builder of great dreams.
Soul 1 · Sun: deep down, it is drawn to independence and achievement.
Personality 3 · Jupiter: people meeting them sense a presence that is charming and fun.
The origin of David
Hebrew is the language of the Bible and one of the richest sources of names with deep spiritual meaning. David was born in that tradition, and its meaning («The beloved») is as alive now as ever. By its number 22, David is linked to the day Saturday, the color Blue, the element Earth and the stone Sapphire.
How popular is David?
David is in a quieter moment. Between 2020 and 2025, 45,615 boys named David were registered in the U.S. (rank #29), according to the Social Security Administration.
Higher = more chosen (U.S. top 200)
It ranked #18 in the 2010s, so it's heard less often now. That has its charm: a name everyone recognizes, that fewer classmates will share.
It has ranked in the top 200 continuously since the 1980s: over four decades among the favorites.
Source: Social Security Administration (U.S.), official records by decade, as of 2026.
Is David a good name for your baby?
Does David sound right with your last name? That is the real test: say it out loud. The meaning is already won («The beloved»); your ear does the rest. To fine-tune the decision, try its compatibility with another name on Astra.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name David mean?
David means «The beloved.» It is a name of Hebrew origin.
What is the numerology of David?
Its number is 22, ruled by Master 22: The great builder of impossible dreams.
Is David a boy or girl name?
David is used as a boy's name.