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Name Origin

Daud is an Arabic masculine given name meaning 'beloved' or 'friend.' It is derived from the Hebrew name David, which has biblical origins and refers to a famous king of Israel.

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Famous People

Daud ibn Abi Hind (683-740)

Islamic scholar

  • Influential figure in early Islamic jurisprudence (fiqh)
  • Known for his commentary on the Quran and Hadith

Daud Kim

Entrepreneur

  • Co-founder of the Korean tech startup, Toss
  • Pioneer in mobile financial services in South Korea