Cavid

Cavid is a masculine given name used in Azerbaijani and Turkish-speaking communities. It is the Azerbaijani form of the name Javid, derived from Persian and Arabic roots such as jawad or javād, which are often associated with meanings like eternal, immortal, or, in some contexts, generosity. The spelling Cavid is common in Azerbaijani Latin script, while Turkish may render the name as Javid and Persian-influenced contexts may use Javād.

The name has cultural resonance in Azerbaijan and among the Azerbaijani diaspora, where it is given to boys and appears in various personal names across generations. Transliteration from different alphabets can yield variants such as Javid or Javād, reflecting regional linguistic practices.

The most prominent bearer of the name is Hüseyn Cavid, an Azerbaijani poet and dramatist whose work is recognized for contributing to early 20th-century Azerbaijani literature and cultural life. His plays and poetry are noted for exploring themes of freedom, spiritual struggle, and social change, and he remains a notable figure in the study of modern Azerbaijani letters.

In contemporary usage, Cavid continues to be a common given name in Azerbaijan and among related communities. As with many Turkic- and Persian-influenced names, its pronunciation and spelling may vary by language and country, while the underlying associations with eternity or generosity are widely understood.