Davids

Davids is a surname of Dutch and Germanic origin, formed as a patronymic from the given name David. It signifies lineage from a person named David and is related to other surnames formed from the same root.

The given name David comes from Hebrew and is commonly interpreted to mean beloved. In Dutch and some Germanic naming traditions, the suffix -s in Davids functions as a marker of patronymic descent, indicating “son of” or family lineage. Davids is distinct from, yet etymologically related to, other forms such as Davis, Davies, and Davidson.

Geographic distribution for Davids includes the Netherlands and Belgium, parts of Germany, and Jewish communities across Europe and the Americas. Migration and diaspora have contributed to the name’s presence in North America and other regions.

Variants and related names include Davis, Davies, and Davidson. These forms share the same root from the given name David, with regional spelling and pronunciation differences reflecting linguistic histories and cultural practices.

Notable people with the surname Davids appear in various fields, including sports, academia, and public life. As with many patronymic surnames, prominence is shaped by regional histories and contemporary contexts rather than a single defining figure.

See also: Davis; Davies; Davidson.