Dovid

Boy Name #1,302 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

The beloved king's name in its ancient Yiddish form

Jewish Ashkenazi Yiddish Israeli

Traditional Spiritual Classic Strong

Meaning & Origin

"dear one, uncle"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: Hebrew

The Story of Dovid

Dovid is the Yiddish and Ashkenazi Hebrew pronunciation of the biblical name David, derived from the Hebrew 'dod' (dalet-vav-dalet), meaning 'beloved' or 'dear one.' The name belongs to King David of Israel, the shepherd-king who slew Goliath and composed the Psalms. In Ashkenazi Jewish communities of Eastern Europe, the pronunciation 'Dovid' was preserved for centuries while the rest of the world adopted 'David.'

Dovid has been used in Ashkenazi Jewish communities for over a thousand years and remains especially common in ultra-Orthodox and Hasidic communities in New York, Israel, London, and Antwerp today. It is the authentic Yiddish form of one of Judaism's most sacred names.

King David is one of the most important figures in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic tradition. The Star of David (Magen David) bears his name and is the central symbol of Judaism. The name Dovid in its Yiddish form signals membership in Ashkenazi Jewish heritage and tradition.

Fun Facts

Dovid is the traditional Yiddish pronunciation of David, preserved in Ashkenazi communities for over 500 years
King David is credited with composing much of the Book of Psalms, 150 poems still used in Jewish and Christian worship
The name David/Dovid has been one of the top 10 names in many countries for centuries

Dovid in Other Languages

Arabic داود (Dawud)

Hebrew דָּוִד

English David

Russian Давид

Yiddish דוד

Famous People Named Dovid

King David

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Ancient Israelite king, psalmist, and central figure of the Hebrew Bible, who united the Israelite tribes and ruled from...

Ancient Israelite king, psalmist, and central figure of the Hebrew Bible, who united the Israelite tribes and ruled from Jerusalem

Dovid Katz

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Yiddish linguist, author, and professor at Vilnius University specializing in Eastern European Jewish culture

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #1,302
Total SSA Count: 150
Cultural Origins: Jewish Ashkenazi Yiddish Israeli
Pronunciation: Moderate
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Low

Common Nicknames

Dov Dovi

Pairs Well With

Dovid Moshe Dovid Yosef Dovid Aaron Dovid Chaim Dovid Baruch Dovid Menachem Dovid Eli

Sibling Names

Moshe Shmuel Rivka Chaya Miriam Yitzchak Malka

Similar Names

Dave Davy Davey Dawud Duvid

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dovid

What does the name Dovid mean?

"dear one, uncle" (from Hebrew). Dovid is the Yiddish and Ashkenazi Hebrew pronunciation of the biblical name David, derived from the Hebrew 'dod' (dalet-vav-dalet), meaning 'beloved' or 'dear one.' The name belongs to King David of Israel, the shepherd-king who slew Goliath and composed the Psalms. In Ashkenazi Jewish communities of Eastern Europe, the pronunciation 'Dovid' was preserved for centuries while the rest of the world adopted 'David.'

What is the origin of the name Dovid?

Dovid has Hebrew, Jewish, Ashkenazi, Yiddish, and Israeli origins. In Hebrew, it means "dear one, uncle".

Is Dovid a boy or girl name?

Dovid is primarily used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Dovid?

Dovid is currently ranked #1302 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Dovid?

Common nicknames for Dovid include Dov and Dovi.

What are good middle names for Dovid?

Popular middle name pairings include Dovid Moshe, Dovid Yosef, Dovid Aaron, Dovid Chaim, Dovid Baruch, Dovid Menachem, and Dovid Eli.

What are good sibling names for Dovid?

Names that pair well with Dovid as siblings include Moshe, Shmuel, Rivka, Chaya, Miriam, Yitzchak, and Malka.

How many syllables does Dovid have?

Dovid has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Dovid a common or rare name?

Dovid is an uncommon name, ranked #1302 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Dovid

Dovid is a boy name with Jewish, Ashkenazi, Yiddish, and Israeli origins . The name means "dear one, uncle" in Hebrew .

Dovid is currently ranked #1,302 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Dovid has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Dovid include Dov and Dovi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.