Dawud
Boy name · 12 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Dawud: 12 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2007.
The name Dawud is the Arabic and Quranic form of David, ultimately from the Hebrew root *dwd*, meaning "beloved." In Islam, Prophet Dawud is revered as a king and messenger of God, known for his wisdom and his psalms, the Zabur. Notable bearers include Dawud of Mecca, a 7th-century companion of the Prophet Muhammad, and Dawud al-Maliki, an influential medieval Islamic scholar. While no major places are named directly after the name Dawud, the related name David lends its root to many locations worldwide, such as St David's in Wales. A key note: Dawud is a direct transliteration of the Arabic, distinct from the English David but sharing the same beloved meaning across cultures, making it a meaningful choice for families honouring Islamic heritage.
Boy 4 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20073 babies
- Latest (2024)
- #7273 babies
- Total births
- 12since 2007
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y