David Haile

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

David Haile — beloved
3.5 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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David Haile 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 Haile: Haile is a surname of Geez origin. The name meaning "power, might." Pronounced: HY-lee. It is very common surname in Eritrea and Ethiopia, and throughout East Africa and diaspora . It was second most popular surname in Eritrea followed by 13th most common in Ethiopia. People with the surname include Abeba Haile (born 1970), Eritrean singer Almayahu Haile (died 1977), member of the military junta that ruled Ethiopia during the Ethiopian Revolution Asrat Haile (fl. 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: Haile

English

Haile is a surname of Geez origin. The name meaning "power, might." Pronounced: HY-lee. It is very common surname in Eritrea and Ethiopia, and throughout East Africa and diaspora . It was second most popular surname in Eritrea followed by 13th most common in Ethiopia. People with the surname include Abeba Haile (born 1970), Eritrean singer Almayahu Haile (died 1977), member of the military junta that ruled Ethiopia during the Ethiopian Revolution Asrat Haile (fl.

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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 Haile

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 Haile:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Haile?
The surname Haile originates from English. Haile is a surname of Geez origin. The name meaning "power, might." Pronounced: HY-lee. It is very common surname in Eritrea and Ethiopia, and throughout East Africa and diaspora . It was second most popular surname in Eritrea followed by 13th most common in Ethiopia. People with the surname include Abeba Haile (born 1970), Eritrean singer Almayahu Haile (died 1977), member of the military junta that ruled Ethiopia during the Ethiopian Revolution Asrat Haile (fl.
What are the origins of the name David Haile?
The name David Haile combines two different traditions: the first name David has Hebrew roots, while the surname Haile originates from English.
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