Dauood
Dauood is a Muslim boy name of Hebrew, via Arabic origin, meaning “Beloved (Prophet David)”.
| Meaning | Beloved (Prophet David) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew, via Arabic |
| Written as | داود |
| Pronunciation | dah-OOD |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Dauood
Dauood is an unusual way of transliterating Dāwūd, the Quranic name of the prophet David. The doubled o is an attempt to show the long ū sound in the Arabic. Islam honours Dāwūd as a prophet and king who was given the Zabur, and he is remembered for the beauty of his voice when praising God. Most families write the name Dawood, Dawud or Daud instead.
Is Dauood a Muslim name?
Dauood is a Muslim name, a spelling of the prophet's name addressed in the Quran: 'O Dāwūd, We have made you a successor upon the earth, so judge between people in truth' (Quran 38:26).
How popular is Dauood?
This spelling is rare, and Dawood and Daud are far more usual in South Asia.
Gifts with the name Dauood
- Dauood name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Dauood baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. We may earn a small commission from these links, at no extra cost to you.
Spellings and variants of Dauood
Names similar to Dauood
More Muslim boy names
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dauood mean?
Dauood means 'Beloved (Prophet David)'. It is of Hebrew, via Arabic origin.
Is Dauood a Muslim name?
Dauood is a Muslim name, a spelling of the prophet's name addressed in the Quran: 'O Dāwūd, We have made you a successor upon the earth, so judge between people in truth' (Quran 38:26).
How do you pronounce Dauood?
Dauood is pronounced dah-OOD.
Is Dauood a boy or girl name?
Dauood is usually a boy name.