Name meaning
David
Means beloved, dear; it is the international written form of the name Davud.
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Name meaning and origin
The name David derives from a Hebrew word built on the root dud, meaning beloved, dear, and is the name of the ruler regarded in the Bible as Israel's second and greatest king. This same figure is identified in Islamic tradition with the Prophet Dawud (PBUH), who is mentioned in the Quran; David is simply the international spelling of that name as it developed in European languages, while Dawud reflects the form used in the Arabic Quranic text.
In Azerbaijan, David is registered today as an independent name, separate from Davud: in 2025 it was recorded in 52nd place among boys born in the country, while Davud was recorded separately in 28th place on the same list. This gap shows that both forms are used as distinct choices among parents.
Name details
- Gender
- Boy's name
- Origin
- Yəhudi mənşəli
- Letter count
- 5
- Appears in the Quran
- No
- Pronunciation
- dɑ.ˈvid
Frequently asked questions
The most asked questions about this name.
What is the meaning of the name David?
David is a Hebrew-rooted name that means beloved, dear; it is the international written form of the name David.Is the name David mentioned in the Quran?
David does not appear in the Quran itself, but the same figure is mentioned in the Quran under the name of the Prophet David (peace be upon him).Is David a boy name or a girl name?
David is a boy name.