"beloved"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Arabic
Dawud
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The Arabic form of David, beloved prophet and king
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Meaning & Origin
"darling, dear one"
Origin: Semitic
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Dawud
Dawud is the Arabic form of the name David, derived from the Hebrew Dawid, which comes from a root meaning beloved. The name is shared across the Abrahamic faiths: David in Hebrew and Christian traditions, Dawud in Islamic tradition. The Prophet Dawud in Islam is identified with the biblical King David, a shepherd who became a great king and psalmist.
Dawud is consistently used across Muslim-majority countries and Muslim diaspora communities worldwide. It remains especially popular in Arab countries, East Africa, and among African American Muslims who adopted Arabic names following conversion to Islam in the 20th century.
In Islam, Dawud (David) is considered both a prophet and a king, and is praised in the Quran for his justice, strength, and beautiful voice in praising God. Naming a son Dawud carries the weight of this prophetic legacy.
Historical Record
Dawud first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 991 babies have been named Dawud in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dawud is past its peak , currently ranked #2,894 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Dawud is mentioned 16 times in the Quran
- King David/Dawud is one of very few figures revered as a prophet in Islam, Christianity, and Judaism
- In East Africa, Dawud has been a common given name for over 600 years due to Islamic influence on the Swahili coast
Dawud in Other Languages
Urdu
داود
Arabic
داوود
Hebrew
דָּוִד
Swahili
Dawudi
Turkish
Davut
Popularity Over Time
#2,894
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1977
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Dawud
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Dawud Wharnsby Ali
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1972
Canadian Muslim singer-songwriter known for Islamic devotional music
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Dawud (King David)
Religious
Prophet and king in Islamic, Jewish, and Christian traditions
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,894
- Total SSA Count
- 44
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Muslim Swahili South Asian West African
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Daud
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dawud
What does the name Dawud mean?
"beloved" (from Hebrew). "darling, dear one" (from Semitic). Dawud is the Arabic form of the name David, derived from the Hebrew Dawid, which comes from a root meaning beloved. The name is shared across the Abrahamic faiths: David in Hebrew and Christian traditions, Dawud in Islamic tradition. The Prophet Dawud in Islam is identified with the biblical King David, a shepherd who became a great king and psalmist.
What is the origin of the name Dawud?
Dawud has Hebrew, Semitic, Arabic, Muslim, Swahili, South Asian, and West African origins. In Hebrew, it means "beloved". In Semitic, it means "darling, dear one".
Is Dawud a boy or girl name?
Dawud is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Dawud?
Dawud is currently ranked #2894 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Dawud?
Common nicknames for Dawud include Daud.
What are good middle names for Dawud?
Popular middle name pairings include Dawud Ibrahim, Dawud Yusuf, Dawud Hassan, Dawud Ali, and Dawud Omar.
What are good sibling names for Dawud?
Names that pair well with Dawud as siblings include Maryam, Fatima, Isa, Yusuf, and Aisha.
How many syllables does Dawud have?
Dawud has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Dawud a common or rare name?
Dawud is an uncommon name, ranked #2894 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Dawud
Dawud is a boy name with Arabic, Muslim, Swahili, South Asian, and West African origins . The name means "beloved" in Hebrew .
Dawud is currently ranked #2,894 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Dawud has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Dawud include Daud. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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