David Carvajal

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

David Carvajal — beloved
3.5 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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David Carvajal is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name David is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. From the Hebrew name Dawid (דָּוִד), possibly meaning "beloved." Name of the second king of Israel, poet of the Psalms. The surname Carvajal: Ailem Carvajal Gómez (born 1972), Cuban composer and pianist Alfonso Carvajal (writer) (born 1958), Colombian writer and editor Andarín Carvajal (1875–1949), Cuban athlete Antonio Fernandez Carvajal (c.1590–1659), Portuguese Jewish merchant, and the first naturalized English Jew Beatriz Carvajal (born 1949), Spanish actress Bernardino López de Carvajal (1455–1523), Spanish cardinal Dani Carvajal (born 1992), Spanish footballer Francisco de Carvajal (1464–1548), Spanish military officer, conquistador, and explorer Francisco Fernández Carvajal (1938–2026), Spanish priest in the Opus Dei Prelatur. David is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 3.5 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name David reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: David

Meaning: beloved

Hebrew

From the Hebrew name Dawid (דָּוִד), possibly meaning "beloved." Name of the second king of Israel, poet of the Psalms.

Surname: Carvajal

Spanish

Ailem Carvajal Gómez (born 1972), Cuban composer and pianist Alfonso Carvajal (writer) (born 1958), Colombian writer and editor Andarín Carvajal (1875–1949), Cuban athlete Antonio Fernandez Carvajal (c.1590–1659), Portuguese Jewish merchant, and the first naturalized English Jew Beatriz Carvajal (born 1949), Spanish actress Bernardino López de Carvajal (1455–1523), Spanish cardinal Dani Carvajal (born 1992), Spanish footballer Francisco de Carvajal (1464–1548), Spanish military officer, conquistador, and explorer Francisco Fernández Carvajal (1938–2026), Spanish priest in the Opus Dei Prelatur.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name David is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 15%
Australia 8%
Canada 9%
Brazil 10%
Israel 6%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name David by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name David has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Dave
  • Davey
  • Davide
  • Dawid
  • Dávid

Notable People Named David Carvajal

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for David Carvajal:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name David?
The first name David originates from Hebrew. From the Hebrew name Dawid (דָּוִד), possibly meaning "beloved." Name of the second king of Israel, poet of the Psalms.
When was David most popular?
The name David reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Carvajal?
The surname Carvajal originates from Spanish. Ailem Carvajal Gómez (born 1972), Cuban composer and pianist Alfonso Carvajal (writer) (born 1958), Colombian writer and editor Andarín Carvajal (1875–1949), Cuban athlete Antonio Fernandez Carvajal (c.1590–1659), Portuguese Jewish merchant, and the first naturalized English Jew Beatriz Carvajal (born 1949), Spanish actress Bernardino López de Carvajal (1455–1523), Spanish cardinal Dani Carvajal (born 1992), Spanish footballer Francisco de Carvajal (1464–1548), Spanish military officer, conquistador, and explorer Francisco Fernández Carvajal (1938–2026), Spanish priest in the Opus Dei Prelatur.
What are the origins of the name David Carvajal?
The name David Carvajal combines two different traditions: the first name David has Hebrew roots, while the surname Carvajal originates from Spanish.
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