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DavoodIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Beloved by God

Pronunciation: DA-vud

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Name
Davood
Meaning
Beloved by God
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Pashto, Hindi, English
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
DA-vud
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Monday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Davood mean?

Davood is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Beloved by God". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: DA-vud. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

داؤد

نبی اللہ داؤد علیہ السلام کا نام، محبوب اللہ

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

داود

اسم نبي الله داود عليه السلام، يعني حبيب الله ومحبوبه

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

DA-vud

IPA

/ˈdɑːwuːd/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Davood is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Beloved by God. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Monday

Lucky Colors

BlueGreen

Lucky Stone

Lapis Lazuli

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: People with a 6 life path number are nurturing, loving, and caring. They are natural healers and teachers.

Personality

Personality Traits

RighteousWisePeacefulM = Modest

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name that symbolizes the love and compassion of Allah for His creation.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Davood has a rich cultural history and is held in high esteem in Islamic communities. Prophet Davood is acknowledged for his leadership, bravery, and wisdom in Islamic scripture. The name is also known to be a symbol of royalty and is found in various cultures that have been influenced by Islamic traditions, such as Persian and Turkish.
In Islamic tradition, Davood is considered to be a close friend of Allah and is often invoked for his intercession. He is known to have had a deep understanding of God's will and was blessed with miracles, such as the ability to commune with animals and to cause rivers to flow with his staff. The spiritual significance of the name Davood is a reminder of God's love and favor towards His chosen servants and the importance of seeking wisdom, strength, and piety in one's life.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Ibn Kathir's Al-Bidayah wa Al-Nihayah The name Davood carried significant weight in that era.

11th century CE

Historical records show that The Quran, Surah An-Naml (27):30-44 The name Davood carried significant weight in that era.

Before the 7th century CE

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Davood Ghadami (Iranian actor)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Davood

Beloved Prophet of Allah

🇵🇰Urdu

داؤد

نبی اللہ داؤد علیہ السلام کا نام، محبوب اللہ

🇸🇦Arabic

داود

اسم نبي الله داود عليه السلام، يعني حبيب الله ومحبوبه

🇮🇳Hindi

दाऊद

प्रभु दाऊद का नाम, परमेश्वर का प्रिय

🇦🇫Pashto

داؤد

د نبی داؤد نوم، د الله ګران

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