David Stancil

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

David Stancil — beloved
3.5 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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David Stancil 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 Stancil: Felicia Stancil (born 1995), American bicyclist Stancil Johnson (1933–2021), psychiatrist and frisbee enthusiast T. J. Stancil (born 1982), football player Will Stancil, American political candidate Stancils Chapel, North Carolina Stencil, a graphic design technique 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: Stancil

English

Felicia Stancil (born 1995), American bicyclist Stancil Johnson (1933–2021), psychiatrist and frisbee enthusiast T. J. Stancil (born 1982), football player Will Stancil, American political candidate Stancils Chapel, North Carolina Stencil, a graphic design technique

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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 Stancil

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 Stancil:

1
Expression Number

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

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

8
Personality Number

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

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 Stancil?
The surname Stancil originates from English. Felicia Stancil (born 1995), American bicyclist Stancil Johnson (1933–2021), psychiatrist and frisbee enthusiast T. J. Stancil (born 1982), football player Will Stancil, American political candidate Stancils Chapel, North Carolina Stencil, a graphic design technique
What are the origins of the name David Stancil?
The name David Stancil combines two different traditions: the first name David has Hebrew roots, while the surname Stancil originates from English.
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