David
David is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Beloved”.
| Meaning | Beloved |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | דָּוִד |
| Pronunciation | DAY-vid |
| Tradition | Jewish, Christian, Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of David
David is usually explained from the Hebrew dod, 'beloved'. In the Hebrew Bible, David is the shepherd boy who defeats Goliath and becomes the second king of Israel, founder of the royal line in Jerusalem and traditional author of many Psalms. The name has been used continuously by Jews and Christians and is the patron-saint name of Wales through Saint David. Muslims honour him as the prophet Dawud.
Is David a Jewish name?
David is a central figure in the Hebrew Bible; Christians trace Jesus' lineage to him, and in Islam Dawud is a prophet who received the Zabur (Psalms).
How popular is David?
One of the most widely used boys' names in the world.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name David mean?
David means 'Beloved'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is David a Jewish name?
David is a central figure in the Hebrew Bible; Christians trace Jesus' lineage to him, and in Islam Dawud is a prophet who received the Zabur (Psalms).
How do you pronounce David?
David is pronounced DAY-vid.
Is David a boy or girl name?
David is usually a boy name.