Daouda
Daouda is a Muslim boy name meaning “Form of Dawud (David), a Prophet”.
| Meaning | Form of Dawud (David), a Prophet |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | West African form of Arabic Dawud |
| Arabic spelling | داود |
| Pronunciation | dah-OO-dah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Daouda
Daouda is the West African form of Dāwūd, the Prophet and king David, to whom the Zabūr (Psalms) was given. The French ou spelling and final -a reflect local pronunciation. It is common in Senegal, Mali, Côte d'Ivoire and Guinea, alongside Dawda in the Gambia.
Is Daouda a Muslim name?
Yes. Daouda is a Muslim name, the West African form of the Prophet Dāwūd (David).
Is Daouda in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'And We certainly gave Dawud from Us bounty' (Quran 34:10).
Where is the name Daouda used?
Common in Senegal, Mali, Côte d'Ivoire, Guinea and Burkina Faso.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Daouda mean?
Daouda means 'Form of Dawud (David), a Prophet'. It comes from West African form of Arabic Dawud.
Is Daouda a Muslim name?
Yes. Daouda is a Muslim name, the West African form of the Prophet Dāwūd (David).
How do you write Daouda in Arabic?
Daouda is written داود in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Daouda?
Daouda is pronounced dah-OO-dah.
Is Daouda mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'And We certainly gave Dawud from Us bounty' (Quran 34:10).