Dovid

Dovid is a masculine given name used in Jewish communities, particularly among Ashkenazi and Hasidic groups. It is the Yiddish form of the given name David, written in Yiddish as דויד. The name evokes the biblical King David and appears in religious texts and cultural traditions.

Origin and meaning: Dovid derives from the Hebrew Dawid/David, traditionally interpreted as “beloved.” The Yiddish form reflects Ashkenazi pronunciation and Jewish naming practices, serving as the standard rendering of the name in Yiddish-speaking contexts.

Usage and variants: Dovid is common in diaspora communities with Yiddish or Ashkenazi influence. In modern Hebrew-speaking contexts, the form David is more usual, while Dov is a distinct Hebrew name meaning “bear” and used separately. Related transliterations include Dawid in Polish and other languages.

Notable people: There are many individuals named Dovid, particularly among Hasidic and Orthodox Jewish communities, including rabbis, scholars, and teachers.

See also: David (name) and other transliterations of the same root.