Daa'uud
Daa'uud is a Muslim boy name meaning “Prophet Dāwūd (David); beloved”.
| Meaning | Prophet Dāwūd (David); beloved |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (from Hebrew), Somali spelling |
| Arabic spelling | داود |
| Pronunciation | dah-OOD |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Daa'uud
Daa'uud is the Somali spelling of Dāwūd, the Prophet David, with the apostrophe marking the break between the vowels. The name is usually explained as 'beloved'. Dāwūd was a prophet and king who received the Zabūr (Psalms), defeated Jālūt (Goliath) and was known for his beautiful voice and constant fasting.
Is Daa'uud a Muslim name?
Yes. Daa'uud is the Somali form of Dawud, the name of Prophet David.
Is Daa'uud in the Quran?
'And to Dāwūd We gave the Zabūr' (Quran 4:163).
Where is the name Daa'uud used?
Used among Somalis in the Horn of Africa and the diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Daa'uud mean?
Daa'uud means 'Prophet Dāwūd (David); beloved'. It comes from Arabic (from Hebrew), Somali spelling.
Is Daa'uud a Muslim name?
Yes. Daa'uud is the Somali form of Dawud, the name of Prophet David.
How do you write Daa'uud in Arabic?
Daa'uud is written داود in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Daa'uud?
Daa'uud is pronounced dah-OOD.
Is Daa'uud mentioned in the Quran?
'And to Dāwūd We gave the Zabūr' (Quran 4:163).