Datid Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: DAH-tid //ˈdɑː.tɪd//
Origin: Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning: Hebrew: 'gift'; Arabic: 'to give'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Datid has its roots in the Hebrew name David, which means "beloved." The Hebrew דָּוִד (Dāwīḏ) was transliterated into Greek as Δαβίδ (Dabid) and subsequently into Latin as Davidus. This Latin form made its way into Old French as David, from which it entered the English language.
The transition from Hebrew to English reflects a broader historical context of linguistic evolution influenced by religious texts and cultural exchanges throughout the centuries. Historically, David is a prominent biblical figure, known as the second king of Israel, who reigned around the 10th century BCE.
His story is recounted in the books of Samuel, Kings, and Chronicles in the Hebrew Bible. David's significance is further amplified by his association with the Psalms, many of which are attributed to him, and his lineage is traditionally believed to lead to Jesus Christ, as noted in the New Testament.
The name gained prominence in Christian contexts, particularly during the Middle Ages, when it was adopted by saints and monarchs, reinforcing its cultural resonance. The name Datid, while less common, can be seen as a variant or derivative that carries the same connotations of love and favor associated with David.
In various cultures, the name David has been linked to themes of leadership, valor, and divine favor, contributing to its enduring legacy. The diminutive form "Dave" has also emerged in English-speaking contexts, further showcasing the name's adaptability and continued relevance through different eras.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Datid was first seen in the United States in 1959.
Datid has ranked as high as #1128 nationally, which occurred in 1959, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Datid has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Datid is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Datid was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Datid
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Datid.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1959 | 5 |