Rising since 2013, #5,861 for boys today.
Popularity of Dawoud since 2004
Babies named Dawoud per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 22 |
| 2010s | 32 |
| 2020s | 78 |
Meaning & origin
Dawoud is the Arabic form of David, rooted in the Hebrew word for 'beloved'. While David has been a perennially popular name in the West, Dawoud has remained far less common in the United States, reflecting its specific cultural and religious associations. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 2004 and has been gradually rising in use since 2013. As of 2025, it reached its peak rank of 5,861, though it remains a rare choice with only 1 in every 113,872 boys receiving the name. Its steady upward trajectory suggests growing awareness, possibly driven by increased diversity and cultural exchange. Dawoud offers a meaningful alternative to David for families seeking a name with deep Islamic and Arabic heritage.
Dawoud is the Arabic form of David, derived from the Hebrew root d-w-d meaning 'beloved' or 'friend'. In the Quran, Dawoud is a prophet and king, corresponding to the biblical David. The name has been borne across the Arabic-speaking world for centuries, favored by Muslim families in honor of the prophet.
“Dawoud” around the world
Where Dawoud lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
35
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dawd, Dodi
Sibling names for Dawoud
Names that share Dawoud's style, for a brother or sister.
