Rising since 1993, #3,128 for boys today.
Popularity of Dawud since 1970
Babies named Dawud per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 200 |
| 1980s | 146 |
| 1990s | 112 |
| 2000s | 125 |
| 2010s | 231 |
| 2020s | 216 |
Meaning & origin
Dawud is the Arabic form of David, rooted in the Hebrew word for 'beloved'. While its first recorded use in U.S. data dates back to 1970, the name has seen a steady rise in popularity since 1993, reaching its peak rank in 2023. As of 2025, it ranks 3128th nationally with a frequency of 1 in 44949 births, and it is most common in New York and Texas. The name's enduring appeal is tied to its religious significance in Islam, where the prophet Dawud is honored as a king and psalmist. Despite its ancient origins, Dawud remains a distinctive choice among Muslim families in the United States, reflecting both cultural heritage and spiritual tradition.
Dawud is the Arabic form of the Hebrew name David, deriving from the root 'd-w-d' meaning 'beloved' or 'friend'. In the Qur'an, Dawud is a prophet and king, revered for his wisdom and psalms. The name has been borne across the Islamic world for centuries, reflecting its religious significance and cross-cultural appeal.
Where Dawud is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Dawud” around the world
Where Dawud lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
40
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Daud, Daw, Dodi
Sibling names for Dawud
Names that share Dawud's style, for a brother or sister.
