Rising since 2012, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Davud since 2009
Babies named Davud per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 7 |
| 2010s | 43 |
| 2020s | 58 |
Meaning & origin
Davud is the Arabic and Persian form of David, a name with deep roots in both Jewish and Islamic traditions. It first appeared in U.S. records in 2009 and has been rising slowly since 2012, reaching its peak rank of 8,910 in 2024. Despite its low overall usage (about 1 in 213,510 boys in 2025), the name carries strong cultural resonance among Muslim families. Its trajectory suggests gradual but steady adoption, and its similarity to the more common David makes it a distinctive choice that remains easy to pronounce. The name's origin as the Quranic name for the prophet king gives it a timeless spiritual quality, appealing to parents seeking a name with religious significance and cross-cultural recognition.
Davud is the Arabic and Persian transliteration of the Hebrew name David (דָּוִד), meaning 'beloved' or 'uncle.' It is the name of the prophet and king David in the Quran, who is revered as a prophet and ruler. The name has been widely used across the Muslim world for centuries, often in the form Dawud or Dawood.
“Davud” around the world
Where Davud lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Davi, Dodo
Sibling names for Davud
Names that share Davud's style, for a brother or sister.
