David Maine

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

David Maine — beloved
3.5 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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David Maine 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 Maine: Charles Eric Maine (1921–1981), pen name of David McIlwain, English writer Henry James Sumner Maine (1822–1888), British legal historian John Maine (born 1981), American baseball player Mack Maine (born 1985), American rapper and singer Scott Maine (born 1985), American baseball player Jackson Maine, a fictional character in the 2018 film A Star Is Born (2018 film) Norman Maine, a fictional character in the 1937 film A Star Is Born and the 1954 remake Olivia Maine, a fictional character in the American television series This Is Us Maines (surname) 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: Maine

English

Charles Eric Maine (1921–1981), pen name of David McIlwain, English writer Henry James Sumner Maine (1822–1888), British legal historian John Maine (born 1981), American baseball player Mack Maine (born 1985), American rapper and singer Scott Maine (born 1985), American baseball player Jackson Maine, a fictional character in the 2018 film A Star Is Born (2018 film) Norman Maine, a fictional character in the 1937 film A Star Is Born and the 1954 remake Olivia Maine, a fictional character in the American television series This Is Us Maines (surname)

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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 Maine

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 Maine:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

3
Personality Number

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

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 Maine?
The surname Maine originates from English. Charles Eric Maine (1921–1981), pen name of David McIlwain, English writer Henry James Sumner Maine (1822–1888), British legal historian John Maine (born 1981), American baseball player Mack Maine (born 1985), American rapper and singer Scott Maine (born 1985), American baseball player Jackson Maine, a fictional character in the 2018 film A Star Is Born (2018 film) Norman Maine, a fictional character in the 1937 film A Star Is Born and the 1954 remake Olivia Maine, a fictional character in the American television series This Is Us Maines (surname)
What are the origins of the name David Maine?
The name David Maine combines two different traditions: the first name David has Hebrew roots, while the surname Maine originates from English.
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