Daud
Daud is a Muslim boy name meaning “Beloved (Prophet David)”.
| Meaning | Beloved (Prophet David) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew, via Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | داود |
| Pronunciation | dah-OOD |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Daud
Daud is a common spelling of Dāwūd, the Arabic form of David, usually explained from Hebrew as 'beloved'. In the Quran, Dāwūd is a prophet and king who received the Zabur (Psalms), defeated Goliath and was given wisdom and judgement. The spelling Daud is especially used in Malaysia, Indonesia, Pakistan and East Africa.
Is Daud a Muslim name?
Yes. Daud is the name of the prophet Dāwūd (David), mentioned many times in the Quran, and is a classic Muslim name.
Is Daud in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'And to Dāwūd We gave the Zabūr' (Quran 4:163).
Where is the name Daud used?
Used throughout the Muslim world; this spelling is common in Southeast Asia and South Asia.
Gifts with the name Daud
- Daud name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Daud baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Daud
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Daud mean?
Daud means 'Beloved (Prophet David)'. It comes from Hebrew, via Arabic.
Is Daud a Muslim name?
Yes. Daud is the name of the prophet Dāwūd (David), mentioned many times in the Quran, and is a classic Muslim name.
How do you write Daud in Arabic?
Daud is written داود in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Daud?
Daud is pronounced dah-OOD.
Is Daud mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'And to Dāwūd We gave the Zabūr' (Quran 4:163).