Daud

Daud is a masculine given name used across several cultures, most commonly in Arabic, Turkish, Persian, Malay, and Indonesian contexts. It is a transliteration of Dawood or David, deriving from the Hebrew name David, meaning "beloved" or "friend." Variants include Dawood, Dawud, Davud, Davood, Davut, and related forms in different languages.

In religious contexts, Daud corresponds to the biblical and Qur’anic figure David. In Judaism and Christianity, David is the king of Israel, a warrior, and a psalmist. In Islam, Dawud is a prophet and king who received the Zabur, the Psalms, and is celebrated for wisdom and justice. The Qur’an and Hadith reference him under that name and recount aspects of his rule and piety.

In contemporary usage, Daud remains a common given name in many Muslim-majority societies and in parts of Southeast Asia. It is typically used for men, though transliterations may vary in different languages. In Indonesia and Malaysia, Daud is found among Muslims and is often used alongside other Arabic-derived names.

In onomastics, Daud is categorized as a religiously influenced or theophoric name associated with David. It can appear in personal naming traditions and, in some contexts, may be part of longer compound names in full forms.