Davood
Davood is a Muslim boy name meaning “Beloved; the Prophet David”.
| Meaning | Beloved; the Prophet David |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew, via Arabic Dāwūd (Persian pronunciation) |
| Arabic spelling | داوود |
| Pronunciation | dah-VOOD |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Davood
Davood is the Persian pronunciation of Dāwūd, the Arabic form of David. The name is generally explained from Hebrew as 'beloved'. In Islam Dāwūd is a prophet and king to whom God gave the Zabur (Psalms); he is remembered for his beautiful voice in praising God and for his fasting, which the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ described as the best of fasts.
Is Davood a Muslim name?
Yes. Davood is the Persian form of Dawud, the name of a prophet mentioned in the Quran, so it is a fully Islamic name.
Is Davood in the Quran?
Dawud is named in the Quran several times, for example 'and to David We gave the Psalms' (Quran 4:163).
Where is the name Davood used?
Davood is the usual spelling in Iran; Dawood and Dawud are more common in Pakistan, the Arab world and the diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Davood mean?
Davood means 'Beloved; the Prophet David'. It comes from Hebrew, via Arabic Dāwūd (Persian pronunciation).
Is Davood a Muslim name?
Yes. Davood is the Persian form of Dawud, the name of a prophet mentioned in the Quran, so it is a fully Islamic name.
How do you write Davood in Arabic?
Davood is written داوود in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Davood?
Davood is pronounced dah-VOOD.
Is Davood mentioned in the Quran?
Dawud is named in the Quran several times, for example 'and to David We gave the Psalms' (Quran 4:163).