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Dawood

♂ Boy

Pronounced dah-WOOD /dɑˈwud/Medium

Meaning: Arabic form of David — from Hebrew David, 'beloved' — a revered prophet (Dawud) in IslamHigh

In 30 seconds: Beloved: Dawood is the Arabic David — a revered prophet. Devout, classic, and warm.

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Origin HighHebrew, Arabic

MeaningArabic form of David — from Hebrew David, 'beloved' — a revered prophet (Dawud) in Islam

U.S. rank (2025)#4160 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births25 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 360

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Dawood is the Arabic form of David — from Hebrew David, 'beloved'. Dawud is a revered prophet and king in Islam (and the psalmist of Judaism and Christianity). A devout, classic name across the Muslim world.

In the U.S. it appears in Muslim families. Rare, beloved at the root, and devout.

Did you know? David means 'beloved' in Hebrew (the king and psalmist) — Dawood (Dawud) is the Arabic form, a revered prophet in Islam; devout and classic.

Overall data confidence 82%

Behind the Name — Dawud — Arabic David

Variations

DawudDaudDavid

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Dawood mean?

Dawood is the Arabic David — 'beloved' (a revered prophet in Islam).

How do you pronounce Dawood?

It's said dah-WOOD /dɑˈwud/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Dawood a boy or girl name?

Dawood is a boy's name.

How popular is Dawood?

Dawood is a rare name in the U.S.