Dauda
Dauda is a Muslim boy name meaning “David; the Prophet Dāwūd”.
| Meaning | David; the Prophet Dāwūd |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Hebrew via Arabic), Hausa form |
| Arabic spelling | داود |
| Pronunciation | DOW-dah |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Dauda
Dauda is the Hausa form of Dāwūd, the Prophet David, who was given the Zabūr (Psalms) and was both king and prophet. Hausa shortens the long vowels and adds a final -a. The same form is used by Yoruba Muslims, and in Sierra Leone and the Gambia it is a common family name as well.
Is Dauda a Muslim name?
Yes. Dauda is the West African form of Dāwūd, a Prophet of Islam named in the Quran.
Is Dauda in the Quran?
'And Dāwūd killed Jālūt, and Allah gave him the kingship and wisdom' (Quran 2:251).
Where is the name Dauda used?
Common among Muslims across Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Gambia and Ghana; Daouda in French-speaking West Africa.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dauda mean?
Dauda means 'David; the Prophet Dāwūd'. It comes from Arabic (Hebrew via Arabic), Hausa form.
Is Dauda a Muslim name?
Yes. Dauda is the West African form of Dāwūd, a Prophet of Islam named in the Quran.
How do you write Dauda in Arabic?
Dauda is written داود in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Dauda?
Dauda is pronounced DOW-dah.
Is Dauda mentioned in the Quran?
'And Dāwūd killed Jālūt, and Allah gave him the kingship and wisdom' (Quran 2:251).