Meaning & History
Davoud is a Persian given name, an alternate transcription of the Persian داوود or داود, serving as the Persian form of Davud, which itself derives from David.
The ultimate origin is the Hebrew name DawiḏNotable Bearers
Several contemporary Iranians bear the name Davoud across various fields. Notable examples include Davoud Abedinzadeh (born 1986), an Iranian wrestler; Davoud Fanaei (born 1976), a football goalkeeper; Davoud Rashidi (born 1933), an actor; and Davoud Danesh-Jafari, a former Minister of Economy and Finance Affairs of Iran. The name also appears in neighboring Afghanistan, as in the case of footballer Davoud Yaqoubi.
Davoud spelling variations include Davood and Davud. Across other cultures, parallel forms include the Armenian Davit, Amharic Dawit, Arabic Daoud/Dawud, and Urdu Daud.
Though not among the most popular names in Iran today, Davoud remains a classic choice that bridges religious and cultural heritage, profoundly rooted in the iconic figure of David.
Key Facts
- Meaning: "beloved" or "uncle" (from Hebrew)
- Origin: Persian form of David, via Middle Persian
- Type: Given name
- Usage Regions: Iran, Afghanistan, Persia diaspora
Related Names
Sources: Wikipedia — Davoud