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Давид

Давид is a Slavic variant of the name David, originally derived from the Hebrew name David meaning 'beloved'. It has significant cultural importance as it is associated with King David of Israel, a central figure in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions.

IPA: /ˈdavʲit/ · Simplified: DA-veet

Male
Hebrew
Slavic
Eastern Europe
strong
beloved
timeless
cultural

70/100

Popularity

Stable

10-Year Trend

6

Countries

2018

Peak Year

Meaning of Давид

Etymology, origin story, and cultural significance.

Давид is a Slavic variant of the name David, originally derived from the Hebrew name David meaning 'beloved'. It has significant cultural importance as it is associated with King David of Israel, a central figure in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions.

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How to pronounce Давид

IPA notation and a simplified pronunciation guide.

IPA: /ˈdavʲit/ · Simplified: DA-veet

Nicknames for Давид

Common diminutives and short forms used in everyday life.

Дави
Деви
Дай
Дава

Давид name popularity

Popularity score over the last 10 years and countries where this name is popular.

20152016201720182019202020212022202320240255075100

Popular in Countries

Top countries where this name is most common.

75

Russia

73

Ukraine

70

Belarus

68

Bulgaria

67

Serbia

60

Poland

International Forms

How this name appears across different languages and cultures.

David

Dawid

Dávid

Davide

Davíð

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Personality

Traits and perception commonly associated with this name.

Individuals named Давид are often perceived as strong and reliable, enjoying a sense of cultural and historical depth. They may be known for their leadership qualities and ability to connect with others through their charisma and kindness.

Name Day

Traditional celebration date for this name.

Not traditionally celebrated

Famous people named Давид

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Д

Давид Ойстрах

Renowned Soviet violinist and conductor, 1908-1974

Frequently asked questions about Давид

Quick answers on meaning, gender, popularity, and nicknames.

What does Давид mean?
Here is the meaning behind Давид: Давид is a Slavic variant of the name David, originally derived from the Hebrew name David meaning 'beloved'. It has significant cultural importance as it is associated with King David of Israel, a central figure in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions.
Is Давид a boy or girl name?
Давид is traditionally a boy's name, though naming customs vary between cultures and families.
How popular is Давид?
Давид scores 70/100 on Namelia's popularity index, with a peak around 2018.
What are good nicknames for Давид?
Popular nicknames for Давид: Дави, Деви, Дай, Дава.
What names are similar to Давид?
Names similar to Давид: Daniel, Dmitry, Alexander, Nicholas — close in sound, origin, or style.

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