Dawud

Dawud: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Dawud

  • A male given name from Arabic, equivalent to English David.

How popular is Dawud?

38U.S. babies in 2025
#1458peak rank (1977)
1,030babies since 1880

Since 1880, 1,030 boys in the U.S. have been named Dawud. Its highest rank for boys was #1458 in 1977. In 2025, 38 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Dawud FAQ

What does the name Dawud mean?

A male given name from Arabic, equivalent to English David.

What is the origin of the name Dawud?

Dawud is listed as a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Dawud?

Since 1880, 1,030 boys in the U.S. have been named Dawud. Its highest rank for boys was #1458 in 1977. In 2025, 38 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Dawud a boy or girl name?

Dawud is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,030 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.