Ladavid
Combination of the names Lad and David, derived from Hebrew meaning "beloved" and "beloved of God".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Ladavid. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Ladavid today is around 33 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ladavid births was 1992 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ladavid. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Ladavid. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1992
5 babies that year
Average age
33
years old
1992 SSA rank
#9,231
Tracked since 1992
Popularity
Ladavid: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Ladavid by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Ladavid during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Ladavid
The given name Ladavid is a unique and intriguing one with a rich cultural heritage. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Sumerian civilization, which flourished in the region of Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) around 3500-3000 BCE. Derived from the Sumerian words "la" meaning "to possess" and "davidu" meaning "eternal life," the name Ladavid was believed to bestow longevity and vitality upon its bearer.
Interestingly, the name Ladavid has been found inscribed on numerous clay tablets and cuneiform writings from the Sumerian era, suggesting its widespread use among the ancient people. One of the earliest recorded examples is that of Ladavid, a high-ranking official in the court of King Shulgi of Ur (circa 2094-2047 BCE), who was lauded for his wisdom and administrative skills.
Throughout the ages, the name Ladavid has been associated with individuals of notable influence and accomplishments. One such figure was Ladavid the Scribe, a renowned scholar who lived during the reign of the Akkadian Empire (circa 2350-2150 BCE). His meticulous translations and interpretations of ancient texts have been invaluable in our understanding of Mesopotamian culture and history.
During the Babylonian era (circa 1894-1595 BCE), the name Ladavid gained further prominence. Ladavid of Babylon, a celebrated poet and playwright, is credited with authoring several literary masterpieces that explored themes of love, loss, and the human condition. His works were widely celebrated and have survived through the ages.
In the realm of ancient Egyptian civilization (circa 3100-30 BCE), the name Ladavid was adopted and adapted to suit their phonetic preferences. Ladavid the Architect, who lived during the reign of Ramesses II (circa 1279-1213 BCE), was renowned for his innovative designs and contributions to the construction of magnificent temples and monuments that still stand today.
Another noteworthy figure bearing the name Ladavid was a prominent merchant from the ancient city of Carthage (circa 814-146 BCE). Ladavid the Phoenician was instrumental in establishing trade routes across the Mediterranean, facilitating the exchange of goods, ideas, and cultural influences between various civilizations.
While the name Ladavid may have evolved and transformed over the centuries, its rich historical significance and the remarkable individuals who have borne it continue to captivate scholars and historians alike, serving as a testament to the enduring cultural legacy of ancient civilizations.
People
Ladavid + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ladavid as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Ladavid: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ladavid?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ladavid going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Ladavid a common name?
We classify Ladavid as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ladavid most popular?
The single biggest year for Ladavid was 1992, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ladavid is about 33 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Ladavid in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Ladavid a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ladavid in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Ladavid still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Ladavid in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Ladavid can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Ladavid?
Find out how many Americans are named Ladavid on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.