David Faircloth

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

David Faircloth — beloved
3.5 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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David Faircloth 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 Faircloth: Surname Art Faircloth (1921–2010), American football player Earl Faircloth (1920–1995), American politician and lawyer Frank M. Faircloth (1820–1900), Union naval officer Frederic Herbert Faircloth (1870–1925), Australian architect John Faircloth (born 1939), American politician Larry V. 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: Faircloth

English

Surname Art Faircloth (1921–2010), American football player Earl Faircloth (1920–1995), American politician and lawyer Frank M. Faircloth (1820–1900), Union naval officer Frederic Herbert Faircloth (1870–1925), Australian architect John Faircloth (born 1939), American politician Larry V.

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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 Faircloth

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 Faircloth:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Faircloth?
The surname Faircloth originates from English. Surname Art Faircloth (1921–2010), American football player Earl Faircloth (1920–1995), American politician and lawyer Frank M. Faircloth (1820–1900), Union naval officer Frederic Herbert Faircloth (1870–1925), Australian architect John Faircloth (born 1939), American politician Larry V.
What are the origins of the name David Faircloth?
The name David Faircloth combines two different traditions: the first name David has Hebrew roots, while the surname Faircloth originates from English.
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