Dawood Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAH-wood / /dɑːˈwʊd/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
beloved; friend of God
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic, Dawood is derived from the root word meaning 'beloved' and is associated with the biblical figure David, known for his leadership and musical talent. In Hebrew, Dawood (David) is a significant figure in Jewish tradition, celebrated as a king and a prophet.
Similar Names
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Variants
- David
- Dawid
- Dawoud
International Variants
- Davi (Portuguese)
- Dawid (Polish)
- Davut (Turkish)
Famous people named Dawood
Dawood Ibrahim — Indian gangster.
Dawood Kahn — Pakistani politician.
Fictional characters named Dawood
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dawood was first seen in the United States in 1994. Dawood has ranked as high as #1349 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in New York, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Dawood has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dawood (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MI | 6 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 27 |
| 2024 | 20 |