Boy · Arabic

Dawood

داوود

Beloved (from Hebrew David). Name of Prophet Dawood, the prophet-king who received the Psalms (Zabur) and was famed for his beautiful voice.

📖 Quranic ☪️ Prophet

Every syllable of Dawood breathes Arabic history and a luminous meaning: Beloved (from Hebrew David). Name of Prophet Dawood, the prophet-king who received the Psalms (Zabur) and was famed f…. Parents often gift it to a boy seeking a distinguished identity.

Dawood holds a special place because it is mentioned in the Holy Quran — an honor in itself. Its meaning, Beloved (from Hebrew David). Name of Prophet Dawood, the prophet-king who received the Psalms (Zabur) and was famed f…, adds an aesthetic layer that makes the name pleasant to say and dignified in writing.

There is a quiet barakah (blessing) in choosing a name with such Islamic roots. Families pick Dawood because it lodges in memory effortlessly and honors Arabic heritage. The Prophet ﷺ encouraged choosing good names — a tradition this one carries with quiet grace.

📖 Linguistic card

Identity at a glance

Gender

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Boy

🌍 Origin

Arabic

🔤 Starts with

د

📏 letter

5

🏷️ Categories

Quranic Names Classic Names

☪️ Islamic provenance

📖 Mentioned in the Holy Quran ☪️ A name of the prophets (peace be upon them)

💡 Did you know?

Surprising facts

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The core meaning of Dawood revolves around: Beloved (from Hebrew David). Name of Prophet Dawood, the prophet-king who received the Psalms (Zabur) and was famed f….

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Dawood has 5 letters — a balanced length that keeps it easy to pronounce and write.

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Dawood is among the names mentioned in the Holy Quran.

The Prophet ﷺ said: "On the Day of Judgement you will be called by your names and your fathers' names, so choose good names" (Abu Dawud).

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Dawood mean?

Beloved (from Hebrew David). Name of Prophet Dawood, the prophet-king who received the Psalms (Zabur) and was famed for his beautiful voice.

What is the origin of the name Dawood?

The name Dawood has Arabic origin.

Is Dawood a boy or girl name?

Dawood is traditionally a Boy name.

Is Dawood mentioned in the Quran?

Yes, Dawood is recognized as a Quranic name.

🌟 Famous people named

Notable namesakes

داوود عليه السلام

نبي وملك · بنو إسرائيل

نبي من أنبياء الله المذكورين في القرآن الكريم وملك بني إسرائيل.

داوود الظاهري (815 – 884)

فقيه ومجتهد · الدولة العباسية

مؤسس المذهب الظاهري في الفقه الإسلامي وأحد كبار العلماء في عصره.

داوود باشا (1767 – 1851)

والي عثماني · الدولة العثمانية

آخر ولاة المماليك في بغداد وعُرف بإصلاحاته الإدارية والعسكرية.

داوود حسين (1958)

ممثل كوميدي · الكويت

فنان كويتي شهير يُعد من أبرز نجوم الكوميديا في الخليج العربي.

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